Segment Producer, MS NOW Weekends 10AM

Versant•New York, NY

2d•$93,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

MS NOW is looking for an experienced Segment Producer for the new weekend show airing 10AM – 1PM on Saturday and Sunday with Jacob Soboroff. This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.

Requirements

Must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Strong writing skills and knowledge of American politics
Strong research and reporting skills
At least 5 years of experience in some form of journalism required (i.e. cable or network news, website, newspaper)
Candidate should be able to deal with daily script deadline pressure
Must be willing to work in New York, NY
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be willing to work weekends
Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news

Nice To Haves

Possess ability to develop story ideas, research, and plan segments
Experience with field tape production including scripting, shooting, and producing taped pieces.
Ability to "book" guests, and work with graphics and video elements
Exceptional editorial skills: Ability to recognize stories with high potential for provocative, compelling television
Knowledge of current events, politics, and pop culture
Wide-range reader of news, including op-eds
Proficient in both tape and desktop editing
Edit room experience and breaking news experience is preferred