Associate Producer, Digital Video - CNBC
Versant Media is a leading force in news, sports, and entertainment, known for its iconic and trusted brands. CNBC is seeking an enthusiastic Associate Producer with a passion for storytelling to join its digital video team, where the successful candidate will produce, script, and edit high-quality business news videos while collaborating closely with reporters and producers.
Responsibilities
- Produce, script, and edit high-quality business news videos in collaboration with reporters
- Support video production through editing and shooting, both in studio and in the field
- Operate DSLR and cinema cameras to film short- and long-form content with CNBC talent
- Collaborate with digital video team members to deliver content on tight deadlines
- Incorporate feedback from senior producers, editors, and stakeholders
- Stay current on news trends to help identify timely video opportunities
- Ensure editorial accuracy and adherence to CNBC standards
- Write clear, compelling, and accurate headlines and descriptions for CNBC.com and other platforms
- Optimize video content for distribution across horizontal and vertical platforms
- Work on assignments under the direction of the Senior Managing Producer
Skills
- At least 1 year of experience in digital video production, including shooting, editing, lighting, and scripting
- Proficiency with cinema cameras and/or DSLR systems (Sony, Canon, Panasonic) and Adobe Premiere
- Script and/or voice-over writing experience
- Understanding of multimedia storytelling and online publishing systems
- Strong collaboration, creativity, and communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities; comfortable working under tight deadlines
- Ability to lift, carry, and transport 40lbs of production equipment
- Portfolio or work samples required (please include links)
- Strong interest in innovative video storytelling and social media strategy
- Ability and willingness to work non-traditional hours and travel when needed
- Broad knowledge of current events, business, financial, and technology news
- A sample of the candidate's work will be required
- Working knowledge of After Effects and Photoshop
- Familiarity with social media platforms and trends
- Experience shooting with drones
Benefits
- Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, plus daily group classes
- Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars
- Free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City
- Company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks
- Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week
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