Producer

Al Jazeera Media Network; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Jazeera English is seeking an Output Producer for the English channel based at our HQ. The role focuses on writing concise, accurate and balanced copy, often at speed, and pairing it with video edited at the desk.

You will manage multiple stories simultaneously and require a solid interest in international news. Responsibilities include producing impartial, up-to-date content, reviewing reports, and contributing editorial ideas for coverage across shows, with collaboration on video walls and

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in journalism or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in an international newsroom.
• Knowledge of current affairs, global issues and TV production/tech.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate, impartial, up-to-date copy for broadcast.
• Possess ability to video edit and synchronize with footage.
• Read and summarize international updates from diverse sources.
• Contribute ideas during editorial meetings for coverage and development.
• Review reports from reporters and adjust packages as needed.
• Collaborate with creative to build video walls and show segments.

Skills

Video editing

Concise writing

Editorial judgment

Education

Bachelor Degree in Journalism, Media, Communication or related fields

Tools

Video editing software

Job description

Output Producer - English Channel

Al Jazeera English is an award-winning 24-hour international news channel providing international news and current affairs that places people at the heart of the story, rooted in the belief that everyone has a story worth hearing. Through its fearless journalism and renown programming, it tells authentic stories about people everywhere, without geographical or cultural prejudice.

Exciting opportunities now exist at our headquarters in Doha for an experiencedOutput Producerto join the team.

Summary:

You will be responsible for writing concise, accurate and balanced copy, often at speed, and matching it with video edited at their desk. Will be expected to work on multiple stories at the same time. Must have a solid interest in international news.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce accurate, impartial, informative, up-to-date copy * Must be able to video edit
• Ensure content and coverage is consistent with Aljazeera standards.
• Read in and have an overview of international updates through all available sources
• Participate in the editorial meeting and propose ideas on what news stories need more coverage and content development.
• Screen the reports received from the reporters and review packages and make changes or adjustments if needed
• Work with creative on creating video walls and producing sections for certain shows.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree in Journalism, Media, Communication or other related fields
• Minimum 5 years in an international newsroom
• Knowledge in current affairs, global issues & TV production and technology