Producer, Video Podcasts (Level 1 Journalist, TEMP)
About The Position
Reuters is seeking a video-first news producer to produce the daily afternoon update for Reuters World News, a flagship 10-minute program. Based in Los Angeles, the producer will create polished, audience-ready journalism for streaming and digital audiences, collaborating with colleagues across Reuters’ global newsroom. The work covers the process from editorial planning through final delivery and calls for strong editorial judgment and hands-on video-production skills. The producer will monitor developing news, identify important stories, and shape accurate, compelling segments under tight deadlines. They will write scripts, select and sequence visuals, edit footage, and package stories with clear pacing and strong production value. Programming should work for video-first audiences while adapting effectively to podcast and audio audiences. The role may also involve hosting segments or presenting on camera or audio when needed. The producer will work autonomously while coordinating with reporters, editors, producers, and technical teams across locations and time zones. The assignment is expected to last approximately six months and reports to the Senior Podcast Producer. Eligible office locations include New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles and/or Irvine, California; McLean, Virginia; and Washington, DC. The stated base compensation range is $39–$70 USD per hour, varying by location.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience independently producing polished video news content in a fast-paced newsroom, broadcast, streaming, or digital-news environment.
- Strong hands-on ability to edit and package audience-ready video, including scripting, audiovisual storytelling, pacing, and delivery to professional editorial standards.
- Proven ability to make sound editorial decisions, manage competing priorities, and deliver accurate coverage under deadline pressure.
- Excellent news writing and scripting skills, with experience or demonstrated ability to present on camera and/or audio as required.
- Ability to take initiative and run the full production process with limited minute-to-minute supervision while maintaining clear communication with a manager and colleagues in other locations and time zones.
- Commitment to Reuters’ principles of independence, integrity, accuracy, and impartiality, and a strong interest in global news and current affairs.
Nice To Haves
- Experience producing short-form video news for streaming, digital-first, or social video audiences.
- Experience covering live events or fast-moving breaking news, particularly in a global-news environment.
- Experience producing podcasts or audio journalism, with an understanding of how hosts and creators build a direct connection with their audience.
- Familiarity with international affairs, politics, business, or other major Reuters coverage areas.
- Strong organization, visual creativity, calmness under pressure, curiosity, and a collaborative approach to producing trusted journalism.
Responsibilities
- Produce the daily afternoon Reuters World News update from editorial planning through final delivery.
- Monitor developing news, identify important stories, and rapidly shape accurate, compelling video segments under tight deadlines.
- Write scripts, select and sequence visuals, edit footage, and package stories with strong pacing, clarity, and production value.
- Prioritize coverage using sound editorial judgment and present complex global stories accessibly, accurately, and impartially.
- Create video-first programming that also translates effectively to podcast and audio audiences.
- Host segments or provide on-camera and audio presentation when needed.
- Work autonomously while coordinating with reporters, editors, producers, and technical teams across locations and time zones.
Benefits
- On-the-job learning and coaching.
- Dedicated training team focused on the continuous development of journalists.
- Competitive salary packages and market-leading benefits, including paid volunteering days.
- International career and progression opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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