Freelance News Producer, Eurovision News Americas

The European Broadcasting Union’s (EBU) US subsidiary, Eurovision News Americas, is looking for freelance news producers. This would be in-person in our Washington, DC office near Dupont Circle and would involve shift work, including on weekends and evenings from 4pm – midnight.

ABOUT EUROVISION NEWS AMERICAS

Eurovision News Americas (ENA) is the US subsidiary of the EBU's News operations, primarily serving the Eurovision News Exchange (EVN).

In operation since 1961, the EVN is the biggest exchange of its kind. It is built upon a network of nearly 70 EBU Member and sublicensee newsrooms in over 50 countries and is founded on principles of editorial integrity, solidarity, and sharing of knowledge and best practices.

In addition to serving the EVN, Eurovision News Americas provides news-related broadcast services and office space to EBU Members and affiliates and is an advocate for public service journalism in the Americas.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION

The Producer will have a strong background in international broadcast and digital news, with excellent news judgement. They will work primarily on serving the Eurovision News Exchange where they source video news content and write accompanying scripts or news stories. They will also demonstrate a willingness to work with international teams and on flexible hours, especially in the evenings. The successful candidate will have a demonstrable interest in, and understanding of, North, Central and South American current affairs.

As a news producer you will:

• Consistently ensure that the most appropriate, high quality and up-to-date visual images and information are available for participants in the Eurovision News Exchange pertaining to the Americas

• Write original copy, or source, edit, correct and supplement written texts provided by third parties to accompany content in the Eurovision News Exchange

• Provide background information to colleagues and coordinate with Geneva and third parties to ensure all the essential elements of complex stories in the news are captured and distributed efficiently

• Do basic video and audio editing, working as a team member in Washington and/or under the direction of the News Editor in Geneva

• Operate bespoke IT applications and some technical equipment (with training)

• Be in constant contact with the journalists and broadcast teams of members based in the Americas, and clients, by sharing information, best practices and responding to their requests

• Act as an ambassador for Eurovision News Americas towards EBU Members and stakeholders to promote our activities and solicit feedback

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• Minimum 3 years of experience working as a journalist in TV, radio and/or digital newsrooms/teams

• Strong journalistic skills and demonstrable knowledge of global news and current affairs

• Proficiency/aptitude in the use of broadcasting news technology and video editing (IT, production facilities and network systems)

• Understanding and implementation of journalistic principles and ethics

• Knowledge of social media newsgathering and verification technologies or a willingness to learn

• Understanding of copyright

• Ability to handle clients, providers and partners from diverse international backgrounds with patience and diplomacy

• Ability to prioritize tasks and those of a team, under pressure

• Experience of dealing with multiple stakeholders

• Ability to make good decisions calmly and quickly, even when limited information is available

• High level of interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with international colleagues in other locations worldwide

• Passionate about working as part of an international team and collaborating for the best overall outcome

• A demonstrable understanding of the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion

LANGUAGE: English is a must; a second language is preferred

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree: desired but not required

ONCE ON BOARD YOU WILL

Be part of an outstanding diverse and inclusive multicultural and international team.

Work with accomplished and engaging professionals coming from a wide variety of backgrounds and covering an impressive range of professions both in and outside of the broadcasting realm.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

We will not accept any applications after the closing date and we will contact only the candidates who correspond to the requirements.

ENA is an equal opportunities employer committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels heard, safe and valued through a culture free of discrimination, we welcome applications from all communities.

Must have the legal right to work in the United States. ENA does not sponsor visas, including I visas.

ONLY APPLICATIONS VIA OUR RECRUITMENT PORTAL WILL BE CONSIDERED.