Video Producer

Salem Media Group • Arlington, VA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Salem News Channel (SNC) is seeking a versatile Video and Radio Producer for the Scott Jennings Show. This role involves extensive work across pre-production, live production, and post-production. The ideal candidate is passionate about news, comfortable in a control room environment, and capable of directing, running prompter, guiding talent, booking guests, and coordinating live shows.

Requirements

• Sharp news judgment
• Careful attention to detail
• Background in video production and radio production
• Experience working with talent
• Experience booking guests
• Highly organized
• Familiarity with social media landscape and posting best practices
• Ability to work well in a team environment, as well as independently
• Ability to take and apply feedback
• Aptitude for making production based direction calls when needed
• Enthusiastic about learning new skills

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the show’s host and editorial team to conceptualize, research, and develop content for each episode.
• Monitor current political events, trends, and breaking news to inform content decisions.
• Plan and organize each episode’s segments, interviews, and discussions.
• Work closely with guests, experts, and contributors to coordinate their participation in the show.
• Write, edit, and review scripts for the show, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and engaging storytelling.
• Manage the technical and logistical aspects of production, including coordination with camera operators, directors, and technical crews.
• Ensure smooth and efficient studio and broadcast operations.
• Oversee the selection and integration of graphics, images, video clips, and sound bites to enhance the show’s visual and auditory impact.
• Identify, secure, and maintain relationships with high-profile guests, experts, and commentators.
• Uphold rigorous standards by fact-checking content, ensuring balanced/unbiased reporting, and mitigating risks in politically sensitive topics.
• Develop and implement strategies to engage the audience through social media, viewer feedback, and interactive on-air elements.
• Ensure all production deadlines are met and that episodes are completed and broadcast-ready on schedule.
• Oversee and streamline communication across hosts, editors, technical staff, and other production personnel.
• Distribute rundowns, video assets, guest information, and advertising reads to the appropriate contacts in a timely manner.
• Make real-time editorial and production decisions during live broadcasts, including determining shot implementation, pivoting from failures, and mitigating issues related to technology, connectivity, or messaging.
• Create and maintain a vivid understanding between individuals, anticipating needs while commanding trust and respect.

Benefits

• Competitive pay structure based on experience
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed