BBC Group and Public Services
Field Producer, Arabic Digital Production Hub
BBC Group and Public Services, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Field Producer, Arabic Digital Production Hub Journalism
Be one of the first applicants, read the complete overview of the role below, then send your application for consideration.Permanent - Full TimeWashington, US, 20036BBC PS - USAJob Closing Date: 04/09/2024THE ROLE Introduction
BBC World Service is an international multimedia broadcaster, part of BBC News, delivering a wide range of language and regional services and working increasingly with other parts of BBC News to serve global audiences. It uses multiple platforms to reach its weekly audience of around 360 million globally, including TV, digital platforms such as social media, AM, FM, shortwave, digital satellite and cable channels. All Language Services are multiplatform, including a multimedia website with a focus on digital video, text and interactivity for both desktop and mobile platforms. The role is part of the Arabic Digital Production Hub.Main responsibilities
As Senior Journalist Field Producer, you will work with bilingual correspondents, producing in the field at short notice, you’ll also lead on commissioning and shaping ideas in collaboration with colleagues working on multiple platforms. You’ll also:Produce in the field in the US and overseas, including in hostile environmentsHelp develop content from reporters and pioneer new ways of workingScript edit, package, and compile impactful content for digital, social, radio, and TV platformsEnsure all content complies with BBC Editorial Guidelines and legal obligationsEnsure all assignments are appropriately risk-assessedEnsure suitable commissions are available in English for use by other languagesLiaise with language services, bureaux, and output teams across the World Service and wider BBC NewsAre you the right candidate?
To be successful in the role you must have excellent command of English and Arabic, also:A highly skilled producer: calm, organised, and efficient, with proven field experience and sound editorial ability and creativityGood working knowledge of news systems and understanding of audiences and output for language servicesAbility to juggle competing demands and handle a constantly changing news agendaFamiliarity with the roles of output and content teams (Planning/Digital Output/Assignment desk)Proven experience in producing and planning digital-first text, vertical shorts, and social treatmentsAbility to adapt to different audiences and mediaHigh standard of editorial judgement, writing ability, and production skills based on extensive journalistic experienceExcellent record of producing on-the-day and planned digital video content, with strong SEO awareness for global audiencesAbility to source, commission, and produce digital content for multiple language service audiencesProven ability in collaborative editorial teamworkExpertise in creating, overseeing, and subbing videos, with essential craft video production and editing skills and knowledge of emerging video trendsCommitted to inclusivity and prioritizing underserved audiences in all aspects of content creation and collaborationJob Title:
Senior Journalist (Field Producer) Arabic Digital Production HubJob Reference:
18276Band:
DSalary:
Up to $100,000 per annum gross, depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.Contract type:
Permanent.
A local hire position and eligible candidates must be able to live and work in the US (US citizenship, Green Card or existing work authorisation).Location:
Washington, USAFinal day to apply:
4th September 2024Recruiter:
Annon-Lee MacDonaldPlease note that the application process will require you to upload a CV and complete the online application form with the opportunity to detail your experience, skills and knowledge required for the role.About the BBC
The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk.Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.DISCLAIMER This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.
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Be one of the first applicants, read the complete overview of the role below, then send your application for consideration.Permanent - Full TimeWashington, US, 20036BBC PS - USAJob Closing Date: 04/09/2024THE ROLE Introduction
BBC World Service is an international multimedia broadcaster, part of BBC News, delivering a wide range of language and regional services and working increasingly with other parts of BBC News to serve global audiences. It uses multiple platforms to reach its weekly audience of around 360 million globally, including TV, digital platforms such as social media, AM, FM, shortwave, digital satellite and cable channels. All Language Services are multiplatform, including a multimedia website with a focus on digital video, text and interactivity for both desktop and mobile platforms. The role is part of the Arabic Digital Production Hub.Main responsibilities
As Senior Journalist Field Producer, you will work with bilingual correspondents, producing in the field at short notice, you’ll also lead on commissioning and shaping ideas in collaboration with colleagues working on multiple platforms. You’ll also:Produce in the field in the US and overseas, including in hostile environmentsHelp develop content from reporters and pioneer new ways of workingScript edit, package, and compile impactful content for digital, social, radio, and TV platformsEnsure all content complies with BBC Editorial Guidelines and legal obligationsEnsure all assignments are appropriately risk-assessedEnsure suitable commissions are available in English for use by other languagesLiaise with language services, bureaux, and output teams across the World Service and wider BBC NewsAre you the right candidate?
To be successful in the role you must have excellent command of English and Arabic, also:A highly skilled producer: calm, organised, and efficient, with proven field experience and sound editorial ability and creativityGood working knowledge of news systems and understanding of audiences and output for language servicesAbility to juggle competing demands and handle a constantly changing news agendaFamiliarity with the roles of output and content teams (Planning/Digital Output/Assignment desk)Proven experience in producing and planning digital-first text, vertical shorts, and social treatmentsAbility to adapt to different audiences and mediaHigh standard of editorial judgement, writing ability, and production skills based on extensive journalistic experienceExcellent record of producing on-the-day and planned digital video content, with strong SEO awareness for global audiencesAbility to source, commission, and produce digital content for multiple language service audiencesProven ability in collaborative editorial teamworkExpertise in creating, overseeing, and subbing videos, with essential craft video production and editing skills and knowledge of emerging video trendsCommitted to inclusivity and prioritizing underserved audiences in all aspects of content creation and collaborationJob Title:
Senior Journalist (Field Producer) Arabic Digital Production HubJob Reference:
18276Band:
DSalary:
Up to $100,000 per annum gross, depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.Contract type:
Permanent.
A local hire position and eligible candidates must be able to live and work in the US (US citizenship, Green Card or existing work authorisation).Location:
Washington, USAFinal day to apply:
4th September 2024Recruiter:
Annon-Lee MacDonaldPlease note that the application process will require you to upload a CV and complete the online application form with the opportunity to detail your experience, skills and knowledge required for the role.About the BBC
The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk.Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.DISCLAIMER This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.
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