Associate Producer

Job Description

ASSOCIATE PRODUCER (EWTN News Nightly)
Location: Washington, DC

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT THE BIG PICTURE:

The Associate Producer will work with the entire EWTN News Nightly editorial team to produce content with a strict deadline for a daily newscast. This role will also collaborate and support the production of all shows across EWTN News, as needed.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

* Contribute to a lively, fast-paced newscast that includes writing news packages, voiceovers, teases, and discussion segments; assists in writing scripts for newscasts and TV news brief.
* Pitch story and guest ideas to the editorial team; assist with booking guests and coordinating all necessary details.
* Watch EWTN Noticias daily broadcasts and prepare/transcribe packages to be included in the EWTN News Nightly broadcasts.
* Assist in the producing of Rome/Vatican content.
* Work with editors to facilitate production; communicate with production crew about executing the newscast.
* Watch and log video and sound for various events; review and pull video for stories (packages, VOs, and discussions) and monitor AP wires.
* Visualize and order graphics.
* Attend in-studio tapings and provide support managing graphics, audio, teleprompter, and tape.
* Assist on other EWTN News programs produced out of the Washington DC Studios, as needed.

ABOUT YOU:

* You have a minimum of 2-3 years of prior experience working in TV broadcast news/producing newscasts in medium or large markets.
* You are a practicing Catholic with demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the faith and EWTN's mission, including how it relates to stories being covered.
* You have excellent broadcast writing skills; prior experience utilizing broadcast software programs, such as iNews, AP, ENPS, etc.
* You possess solid news judgement and a meticulous level of attention to detail and accuracy.
* You are able to visually and creatively tell a story and engage viewers using graphics and other elements.
* You consistently demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with all levels of staff, vendors, and show guests.
* Your collaborative nature allows you to work successfully in a team environment, independently, and with remote teammates.
* You are able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends/nights when required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* You are proficient in one or more languages in addition to English; Italian and/or Spanish skills are strongly preferred.

WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE:
• A career with purpose! Apply your God-given talents in a mission-centered culture rooted in Catholic values.
• Family/life balance; we welcome you as an EWTN family member, not just an employee.
• Opportunities for spiritual growth - attend Mass, visit the chapel, or participate in bi-annual retreats.
• Generous benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability; FSA and Retirement Savings Plan.
• 11 Paid Holidays and generous Paid Time Off program.
• Tuition reimbursement through our partnership with Catholic International University.
• Professional growth - the ability to learn alongside legacy employees while bringing new ideas to the team!

WHAT TO DO NEXT:
If you're ready to get started on EWTN's mission to bring the Gospel to the world, please apply at https://www.ewtn.com/employment.

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About the Employer

EWTN Global Catholic Network, in its 44th year, is the largest religious media network in the world. EWTN's 11 global TV channels are broadcast in multiple languages 24 hours a day, seven days a week to over 435 million television households in more than 160 countries and territories. EWTN platforms also include radio services transmitted through SIRIUS/XM, iHeart Radio, and over 500 domestic and international AM & FM radio affiliates; a worldwide shortwave radio service; one of the largest Catholic websites in the U.S.; electronic and print news services, including Catholic News Agency, "The National Catholic Register" newspaper, and several global news wire services; as well as EWTN Publishing, its book publishing division.