What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Producer, Sports Video (Nights) position at New York Post?
Job Description :
The New York Post sports video team is seeking an Associate Producer, Sports Video (M-F, 4pm-12am) to help create compelling, shareable videos. Someone who believes sports news doesn’t have to be boring and who appreciates the odd and unconventional stories as well as important ones.
We seek a candidate who is excited about new types of multimedia storytelling and has a track record of creating sports digital video in a fast-paced news organization.
Our Spot:
The New York Post is the nation’s oldest newspaper with the youngest, most ambitious video department. We want to make our mark in digital video and create memorable work and new watching habits among our audience. The legacy of the great headlines conveys the attributes of our videos: bold, irreverent, judgmental, confident and clever. We want to make videos that surprise viewers. We seek someone who appreciates serious and quirky stories. Let’s talk!
This is an opportunity to work with an iconic media brand as it experiences exponential digital growth! The New York Post and Page Six videos have received more than a billion views in the past year.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and handle aspects of producing digital video segments, including, but not limited to, highlight packages, sound, features, two-way interviews and more
- Assist in producing digitally-native short-form video
- Help generate our content, pitching video ideas daily and contributing to the team brainstorming
- Work with production staff, talent and reporters in the field
- Operate producer station and assist with studio responsibilities as needed
Requirements:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a digital/sports newsroom environment
- Thorough knowledge of sports, both locally and nationally; must be aware of current New York sports news across a broad range of leagues
- Experience with Adobe Premiere
- Must be aware of the latest formats and trends in sports digital video as a distinct form of content versus television
- Positive attitude and leadership qualities with the ability to handle multiple tasks a must
- Solid editorial judgment and ability to work in a fast paced, high pressure environment
- Strong interpersonal skills as well as written and verbal communication skillsPunctual, regular and consistent attendance
- Must be willing to work non-traditional shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Note: This position reports into our midtown office.
As an equal opportunity employer, the New York Post does not discriminate in hiring or the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The New York Post will consider the provision of reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants to enable them to participate in our application process and to effectively perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would impose an undue financial or operational hardship.
Pay Range: $60,000 - $60,000Salary : $60,000
