Associate Producer (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:

• A minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in TV broadcast news, producing newscasts in medium or large markets.

• Practicing Catholic with demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the faith and EWTN’s mission, including how it relates to stories being covered.

• Possess excellent broadcast writing skills; prior experience utilizing broadcast software programs, such as iNews, AP, ENPS, etc.

• Exhibit solid news judgement and a meticulous level of attention to detail and accuracy.

• Able to visually and creatively tell a story and engage viewers using graphics and other elements.

• 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.

• Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends/nights when required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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:

• We offer a career with purpose! Apply your God-given talents, knowing your contributions help to advance EWTN’s mission of sharing the Gospel with the world.

• Caring environment. We value the importance of family/life balance and welcome you as an EWTN family member, not just an employee.

• Worship at work! Freedom to participate in Mass, visit the chapel for prayer or attend an annual retreat.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability insurance and Retirement Savings Plan.

• 11 Paid Holidays and generous Paid Time Off program.

• Tuition reimbursement for online continuing education and degree programs through our partnership with Catholic International University.

• Ability to learn alongside legacy employees while bringing new ideas to the growing 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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