Jobs in the Media

Description:

The Associated Press seeks a News Producer for its Nerve Center in New York City.

The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team that is tasked with:

• Coordinating and directing AP’s global coverage of major stories on multiple platforms, working closely with regional and specialized news units to assure that performance is comprehensive, balanced and quick.

• Prototyping and incubating a wide variety of news products, with focus on competitiveness, innovation and quality.

• Identifying and distilling information (from "most important" bullet points, to a memorable quote, to a compelling photo or snippet of video that captures a story) to create fresh and unique entry points to the news.

• Gathering and editing material for these entry points, as well as using material from AP staff around the world.

• Maintaining an ongoing dialogue with AP editors, reporters, photographers and videographers worldwide, becoming thoroughly involved in the stories of the day.

• As required, help align resources from the beginning of the reporting process and redirect reporting to suit the needs of various news products.

• Ranking top news stories of the day for mobile and other platforms and sending push alerts.

• Promoting AP’s best journalism to members and subscribers via various platforms.

• Monitoring mainstream and social media for story ideas and competitive intelligence.

• Building AP’s brand on social networks by strategic action and engaging directly with end users.

• Enforcing and executing AP’s global efforts to search for and acquire the rights to user-generated content across formats.

News Producers report to the Assistant managing editor on duty and the Deputy managing editor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mainstream, online or social media, including reporting experience, especially international.

• Voracious interest in news across emerging platforms -- iPad and other tablets, smart phones, and online.

• Intimate knowledge of AP's newsgathering process and how breaking news travels across the AP, or ability to learn it quickly.

• Excellent news judgment and attention to detail, and ability to react quickly to breaking news in a high-pressure, dynamic environment.

• Ability to parse Web and mobile analytics in real-time to inform and provide context for other editors.

• Strong abilities in headline writing and photo and video selection.

• Ability to adapt quickly to new products and technology.

• Ability to understand the needs of news consumers worldwide; Personal and/or professional use of social media such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Vimeo, Flickr, Digg, Google+, LinkedIn, Foursquare, Gowalla and Tumblr on PC and mobile.

• Commitment to all news:  national and international news, politics, sports, entertainment and business.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

To apply to this position visit careers.ap.org

Other Pluses

• Knowledge of international social networks.

• Experience in creation of multimedia products, Web and social media analytics, SEO and SMO

• Proficiency in basic HTML, XML, PhotoShop, Final Cut, audio editing software, FTP and blogging tools (e.g., WordPress).

Working Hours

• Must be able to work a variety of shifts to accommodate 24/7 coverage of these platforms, including evening, overnight and weekend shifts. Work hours may change frequently.

The Associated Press is the essential global news network, delivering fast, unbiased news from every corner of the world to all media platforms and formats. Founded in 1846, AP today is the largest and most trusted source of independent news and information. On any given day, more than half the world's population sees news from AP.

AP seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with applicable nondiscrimination laws.

Description:

KGO-TV, the Bay Area’s leading news station is seeking an experienced television news manager to keep ABC7 News, abc7news.com, and other digital platforms, winning and growing. The ideal candidate has a proven record of success, strong leadership skills, excellent news judgment, passion for production, unwavering commitment to community, and vision. The position requires at least 7+ years of news management experience and a deep understanding of news in the digital world.

TO APPLY: Please log on to: www.disneycareers.com and search for: VP/News Director (Requisition ID#23375BR), ABC Owned Television Station (KGO-TV), create a candidate profile and upload your resume.


NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

KGO-TV, an owned station of ABC, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer

WKBW-DT, ABC Affiliate station in Buffalo, NY is accepting applications for the following positions. No Phone calls please. Unless otherwise specified, send resume with cover letter to

WKBW-DT
7 Broadcast Plaza
Buffalo, NY 14202

or if applicable, via e-mail to wkbwresume@wkbw.com. EOE

Description:

WKBW DT in Buffalo, NY is seeking a dynamic individual to coordinate newsgathering, technical logistics, videography, non-linear editing, writing, and scheduling for Channel 7's "Eyewitness News." Candidate should have a 4-year degree in Journalism or related field and 4 years television newsroom experience. Must be skilled in the use of ENPS computer systems and have knowledge of Internet platforms for video sharing, content posting, and Microsoft systems. Send resumes and non-returnable DVD's to: "HR/Dir of News Content Implementation."

The Associated Press is looking for an entertainment photo planning editor based in Los Angeles.

We are seeking someone who is not only passionate about covering entertainment related content, but who is excited to work across formats and departments to push our access to the next level. The AP is one of the only outlets where entertainment photographers, text, video and radio journalists work side-by-side and are multi-skilled. The ideal candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment as well as have a passion for covering and coordinating coverage of red carpets, sit-down interviews and breaking news.

Responsibilities:

- Coordinate and assign photo coverage in North America. This includes managing a team of freelancers and coordinating coverage with third party content providers for access at events such as premieres, awards shows, concerts and morning shows.

- Ability to work well across formats. The AP entertainment department is one of the rare places in the news industry where formats work alongside and intermix during coverage. This position will require at times the ability to run different aspects of our text, broadcast and radio reports as well as work closely with our News department.

- Keep apprised of and forecast entertainment trends. The AP is always looking to push our coverage to the next level as a leader in the entertainment industry. This role requires someone who has their finger on the pulse of pop culture who can raise our access to celebrities and events.

- Develop and nurture relationships with key managers, celebrities, publicists and agents in the industry. The AP breaks news on all formats and needs someone who will advocate for industry decision makers to come to us first whether it be for baby or wedding photos, portraits or inside access at events.

- Assist with the transmitting of entertainment-related photos to customers and clients worldwide. Having sound photo editing skills is a must. As the world-wide leader in photos, we place a huge emphasis on getting quality material out accurately and fast.

- Constantly innovate and explore new concepts in the photo and entertainment space so that AP remains ahead.

Visit this link for more information and to apply to this position.