Producer

Job Description :

Position: Producer

Location: Dallas TX

Type: In office

What's the role?

News24, recently rebranded from Sky News Australia, is owned by News Corp Australia. After 30 years as an innovator in the news industry, the network has adopted a new brand name and is expanding its world-leading news and commentary digital strategy. As one of the top 10 most viewed English-language news channels in the world on YouTube, this new role is a unique opportunity to join an established news brand with global reach which also has the agility, dynamism and ambition of a startup brand.

As a News24 US Producer, reporting to the Executive Producer, based in the USA, you are responsible for driving the delivery of editorial content for productions across News24's digital platforms.

You bring a strong news judgment, strategic thinking and the ability to operate in complex and fast-paced editorial environment.

A keen eye for talent and a deep understanding of major global news events is a must have for successful candidates.

This is a 2-year contract with the possibility of extension. The role is based in Dallas, Texas

Key Responsibilities:

• Help drive a small team to put together a unique program with a wide variety of topical news, politics and current affairs stories to build a show packed with compelling content.

• Work closely with our fearless opinion hosts, helping them create a show that drives ratings and sets the agenda.

• Learn from our talented Executive Producers, with an eye to step into their shoes when required.

• Compile rundowns and output shows live from the control room, communicating with pilots, TDs, host, reporters and guests

• Book guests and studios and manage talent in the newsroom, finding fresh faces where possible.

• Use our editing software to cut grabs and overlay to add depth to our programs.

• Build attractive graphics to complement arguments put forward by our hosts.

• Meet the quality control standards expected by News24 and comply with company policies.

• Work to ensure your content is legally safe and complies with the broadcasting codes.

• You will be exposed to all the best bits of television production - leadership, creativity, writing, chasing, talent management and much more

Who are you?

• Must have solid newsroom experience and an ability to master software to produce TV programs.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including an ability to effectively communicate with everyone from politicians of all persuasions, to CEOs, contributors and colleagues.

• Must have a very good knowledge of global politics and current affairs, and a good understanding of news events occurring elsewhere in the world.

• Proficiency in Frame Light X, our editing software, and ENPS, the system we use to compile rundowns would be ideal. Training will be provided regardless.

• Needs to be able to write headline straps that are eye-catching and unfailingly accurate.

• Should be able to write editorial content and suggest sharp questions for hosts and panellists.

• Must be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude.

• Must be willing to learn and adapt to new working practices and contribute to new programs.

• Ability to work independently when required and to carry out assignments that are not part of the day to day routine.

• Previous experience in TV or radio broadcasting a requirement.

• Deep understanding of digital platforms and modern publishing strategies.

• Work in the office is required.

• Healthy knowledge of News24 products essential.

• Working hours may vary at times according to show demands.

• Understanding of broadcasting codes and relevant laws. Legal training will be provided.

Why News Corp Australia

Join a culture where innovation is our operating rhythm. You’ll work on a diverse portfolio of Australia’s most loved brands and play a pivotal role in leading the technological shift in how we create commercial content. Our vibrant, hybrid work environment and dynamic, values-driven culture empowers you to push boundaries, collaborate as one unified team, and make a positive, measurable impact for all Australians.

Our benefits include:

• Exclusively ours - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family

• Perks & discounts - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services that deliver genuine cost savings and benefits

• Health & wellbeing - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies.

• Time off - News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life.

• Financial wellbeing - Support on making the most of your money

In addition to our perks and benefits, employees have access to a number of initiatives and programs that support their wellbeing and professional growth, such as:

• Helping you grow - Access tailored development opportunities, including leadership programs, to cultivate your skills and support your career

• Giving back - Make a difference to our communities through volunteer opportunities and company-organized charity drives

• Workplace Inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents’ rooms

Who are we?

News24 (formerly Sky News Australia) - Australia’s first live 24-hour news channel - is the home of Australia’s top rating opinion shows, award-winning political coverage, live breaking news, sport and weather, expert business insights and groundbreaking documentaries.

Bringing a unique Australian perspective to the world, News24 champions open discussion and presents a broad range of perspectives on the issues that matter most.

Delivering real news and honest views, it reflects the many voices of Australia and provides space for all sides of every debate to help inform decisions.

The multi-platform network reaches more than 11.3 million Australians each month across broadcast and digital platforms. It is the number one non-sport channel on national subscription television service Foxtel and the country’s most engaging digital news brand.

News24’s unrivalled 24-hour multi-platform news service is owned and operated by Australian News Channel Pty Ltd (ANC). ANC is owned by News Corp Australia, a subsidiary of News Corp.

ANC operates and distributes News24 branded broadcast and streaming services including News24, News24 Weather, News24 World, News24 Regional, News24 Now and News24 in New Zealand, as well as FOX SPORTS News in Australia. ANC also operates an expansive digital network including leading news site News24.com.au and digital radio channel News24 Radio.

News24 has a national presence with its headquarters operating out of Sydney and interstate bureaus in Canberra’s Parliament House, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, the Gold Coast, Adelaide, Darwin and Hobart. It also has international bureaus in the United States (Washington DC), Asia (Taiwan) and New Zealand (Wellington).

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For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

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