Job description
The Associate Producer will work with the entire EWTN News Nightly editorial team to produce content with a strict deadline for a daily newscast. This role will also collaborate and support the production of all shows across EWTN News, as needed.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Contribute to a lively, fast-paced newscast that includes writing news packages, voiceovers, teases, and discussion segments; assists in writing scripts for newscasts and TV news brief.
- Pitch story and guest ideas to the editorial team; assist with booking guests and coordinating all necessary details.
- Watch EWTN Noticias daily broadcasts and prepare/transcribe packages to be included in the EWTN News Nightly broadcasts.
- Assist in the producing of Rome/Vatican content.
- Work with editors to facilitate production; communicate with production crew about executing the newscast.
- Watch and log video and sound for various events; review and pull video for stories (packages, VOs, and discussions) and monitor AP wires.
- Visualize and order graphics.
- Attend in-studio tapings and provide support managing graphics, audio, teleprompter, and tape.
- Assist on other EWTN News programs produced out of the Washington DC Studios, as needed.
ABOUT YOU:
- A minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in TV broadcast news, producing newscasts in medium or large markets.
- Practicing Catholic with demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the faith and EWTN’s mission, including how it relates to stories being covered.
- Possess excellent broadcast writing skills; prior experience utilizing broadcast software programs, such as iNews, AP, ENPS, etc.
- Exhibit solid news judgement and a meticulous level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Able to visually and creatively tell a story and engage viewers using graphics and other elements.
- Consistently demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with all levels of staff, vendors, and show guests.
- Your collaborative nature allows you to work successfully in a team environment, independently, and with remote teammates.
- Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends/nights when required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proficient in one or more languages in addition to English; Italian and/or Spanish skills are strongly preferred.
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE:
- We offer a career with purpose! Apply your God-given talents, knowing your contributions help to advance EWTN’s mission of sharing the Gospel with the world.
- Caring environment. We value the importance of family/life balance and welcome you as an EWTN family member, not just an employee.
- Worship at work! Freedom to participate in Mass, visit the chapel for prayer or attend an annual retreat.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability insurance and Retirement Savings Plan.
- 11 Paid Holidays and generous Paid Time Off program.
- Tuition reimbursement for online continuing education and degree programs through our partnership with Catholic International University.
- Ability to learn alongside legacy employees while bringing new ideas to the growing team!
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