Video producer/ editor-remote black news channel, llc (bnc) is looking for a video producer/ editor to join our growing digital content teamVideo producers/editors will write, shoot, produce and edit short-form and long-form video/audio/visual content for bnc’s website and social media channelsThe ideal candidate will be a strong producer/shooter and editor with a proven track record of creating engaging, well written digital videoWill be tech-savvy and well informed on the most modern aspects of news gathering and video productionYou must be able to shoot on sony xd cam, gopro, on laptop computer and iphone, and edit in adobe premiereExcellent editing skills, exceptional time-management abilities, effective communication style, organization, and knowledge of adobe premiereAn excellent eye for video and high journalistic standards are a mustThe candidate should also bring a proven track record of youtube management and other videos cms experienceThis position will report to the senior video producerResponsibilities:
Pitch the most relevant, timely, and compelling ideas for day-of and future segments
Shoot, script, storyboard & edit original videos
Work with the digital department to cover daily stories
Comfortable shooting in the field, while also able to produce stories from home using remote interviews and video material on hand
Pitch, produce, and edit short-form content for distribution across our website as well as instagram, twitter, facebook, tiktok, snapchat, and youtube
Optimize linear content to be published on websites and social platforms
Edit on adobe premiere, being able to find the best video and sound for assigned stories
Multitask and juggle producing multiple stories for regular and breaking-news programming
Must be aware of the latest formats and trends in digital video as a distinct form of content
Keep senior producer up to date with daily news development of assigned deadlines
Work closely with bnc on-air talent
Comfortable writing headlines and copy as needed for video platforms such as youtube and brightcove
Must be able to create thumbnails for video content
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years of experience in digital, broadcast, or cable environments
Exceptional organizational skills, able to manage many projects moving along at different deadline speeds
Skilled in video editing and motion graphics via adobe premiere, photoshop, and after effects
Youtube management experience is a must including asset creation such as thumbnails and end screens
Skilled in scriptwriting and executing videos from concept to completion
Proven ability to bring big ideas to life through knowledge of current events, u.sPolitics, and pop culture; capable of conducting original reporting
An imaginative producer who is comfortable reinventing existing concepts and inventing new formats
You’re familiar with inews, can search and edit on desktop systems and cut your own vos, sots & pkgs
Strong interpersonal skills as well as written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Must be willing to work non-traditional shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
About bnc the black news channel (bnc) is an independent network that is minority-owned and operated, and is the nation`s only provider of 24/7 cable news programming dedicated to covering the unique perspective of african american communitiesBnc provides access to information and educational programming to meet the specific needs of this growing and dynamic community that is also a major consumer of subscription television servicesBnc delivers an authentic new voice that represents african americans in mainstream media and fosters political, economic and social discourseThe network is one voice representing the many voices of african americansBnc`s programming illuminates truth about the unique challenges facing urban communities and helps close the `image gap` that exists today between the negative black stereotypes perpetuated by mainstream media news and our enterprising african american communitiesIt is the policy of the black news channel to provide equal employment opportunity (eeo) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by federal, state or local lawIn addition, the black news channel will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilitiesEmployees and team members are expected to contribute to bnc’s overall team effortNothing in this job description restricts the black news channel, llc, (bnc), or executive leadership`s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any timeAll staff members are required to be familiar with changes in law, regulations and procedures, as well as report all questionable accounting, potentially fraudulent activity, and/or internal concerns to the attention of the black news channel llc`s general manager or vp of human resources.
