Freelance Content Producer, NBC Boston & NECN

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NBC10 Boston and NECN are looking for a team player to join us as a Freelance Content Producer. In this role, you will be responsible for editing, and writing, spot news, long-form content, and features for daily newscasts.  

Responsibilities 

• Work closely with management, editorial staff, Reporters and Anchors  
• Respond quickly and aggressively to breaking news to get information on the air 
• Edit news content using non-linear editing programs; knowledge of Adobe Premiere preferred 
• Establish and enforce editing protocols for editing standards within the news organization 
• Ensure special needs for editing are assigned and completed in a timely manner 

Additional Information: This is a part-time project / limited term position with an estimated duration of up to 6 - 12 months, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed. 

Eligibility Qualifications 

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a fast-paced news environment 
• Must have the ability to organize and manage priorities under tight deadlines and high-pressure situations; must have the ability to multi-task and adapt quickly to change.  
• Job knowledge and experience with the following technology: newsroom editorial software, non-linear editing systems, graphics integration a plus.  
• Significant experience in the news environment and strong journalistic skills 
• Knowledge and understanding of various media platforms, including broadcast, digital and mobile 
• Must be self-motivated, collaborative and possess a high level of creativity to tell stories with sound and images; strong NPPA-style preferred. 

Additional Job Requirements:

• Must be willing to work in Needham, MA 
• Must be willing to work an overnight shift
• Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
• Must be willing to work in severe weather emergencies and/or extended news coverage.  
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States 

Desired Characteristics:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent experience
• Bilingual: Spanish and English; both written and verbal 
• Passionately develops and presents story ideas 
• Experience with news photojournalism and non-linear editing 
• Believes that teams are smarter and more dynamic together 
• Invested and engaged in the local community and authentically understands and represents local viewer interest 

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