International Multimedia Journalist IV (Afghan Service)

United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM)•Washington, DC

8d•$53 - $53

About The Position

Graphic Production Design and produce on-air graphics, show packages, lower thirds, full screens, and motion elements. Collaborate with editorial, studio, and field teams to develop compelling visual content. Ensure brand consistency across all graphic deliverables. Camera Operation Operate studio and/or field cameras for live programs, interviews, special projects, and promos. Set up lighting, framing, and composition to deliver high-quality visuals. Video Editing Edit packages, promos, features, and digital content using industry-standard non-linear editing systems. Integrate graphics, audio, color correction, and effects as needed. Work closely with producers and reporters to meet editorial deadlines. The United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) is an exciting, multi-media, multi-cultural, global media agency that carries out all United States civilian international broadcasting. Our media networks complement and reinforce one another in a shared mission vital to U.S. national interests: to inform, engage, and connect people around the world in support of freedom and democracy. Our staff of dedicated professionals serve as an example of a free and independent media, bringing news, information, and relevant discussions to a weekly audience of over 278 million people worldwide in over 60 languages via radio, television, Internet, and social media. USAGM networks include the Voice of America and the Office of Cuba Broadcasting (Radio and TV Marti) and three grantee organizations: Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, the Middle East Broadcasting Networks (Alhurra TV and Radio Sawa), and Radio Free Asia. This is not an announcement for a federal job. This position is for employment as a personal services contractor with VOA News and may include eligibility for health, dental, vision, and life insurance, overtime, paid time off, sick leave, and the possibility of performance-based bonuses. All personal service contractors must pass a thorough background check.

Requirements

Proven experience as a TV Graphic Producer, Motion Designer, or similar role in broadcast/digital media.
Proficiency in professional graphic design and motion graphics software, including: Adobe After Effects Adobe Photoshop Adobe Premiere Adobe Illustrator VizRT, Chyron, Cinema4D,
Strong camera operation skills in studio or field environments.
Solid video editing skills with platforms such as Adobe Premiere, Avid Media Composer, or Final Cut.
Ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines.
Strong visual storytelling and attention to detail.
Fluency in target language (written, spoken) and deep knowledge of the target area, plus the ability to adapt stories into English as assigned, within the time assigned
Has specialized knowledge including formal education in a field desired by VOA, regularly demonstrating that added ability through the performance of his/her duties

Nice To Haves

Ability to read / write in Dari and Pashto
Experience in a newsroom or live broadcast environment.
Knowledge of current broadcast design trends, typography, and motion design.
Familiarity with audio mixing, color grading, and production workflows.

Responsibilities

Serves as a team leader, assigning work and coaching team members and reporting to management on their performance
Writes and produces news and feature content and programming as assigned for use in broadcasts and web and social media
As assigned, during programs, serves as line producer and manages the timing and order of stories included in broadcasts
Conducts and writes up interviews for inclusion in his/her assigned stories
Adapts and/or translates content produced in English into native language, as assigned
Versions content produced in native language into English for distribution, as assigned
Participates in the creation and development of regularly scheduled or special radio and/or tv programs and/or web and social media sections, as assigned
Voices material for/during broadcasts as assigned, including material prepared by others
Contributes to production elements of programs and content for broadcast and/or web and social media, including fine editing of taped material, as assigned
As assigned, edits and approves copy and content prepared or written by others for broadcast and/or publication for inclusion in his/her assigned stories
Adapts and/or translates content produced in English into native language, as assigned
Versions content produced in native language into English for distribution, as assigned
Participates in the creation and development of regularly scheduled or special radio and/or tv programs and/or web and social media sections, as assigned
Voices material for/during broadcasts as assigned, including material prepared by others
Contributes finished products meeting standards to production elements of programs and content for broadcast and/or web and social media, including fine editing of taped material, as assigned
Performs technical functions including operation of equipment, as assigned
Contributes to teamwork, facilitating tasks of teammates, as needed
Meets VOA standards for productivity, quality, and meeting deadlines
Serves as videographer/reporter, as assigned
Serves as anchor/program host as assigned
Makes suggestions about policy and workflow improvements
Works independently or as a member of a team
Fluency in target language (written, spoken) and deep knowledge of the target area, plus the ability to adapt stories into English as assigned, within the time assigned
Has specialized knowledge including formal education in a field desired by VOA, regularly demonstrating that added ability through the performance of his/her duties
Logs and conducts data entry and other functions connected with VOAs digital asset management system
Other related duties as assigned