AFPTV, Europe Desk - Video Producer (London)
- Employer
- Agence France-Presse (AFP)
- Location
- London
- Salary
- DoE
- Closing date
- Jan 31, 2022
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- Industry
- Journalist
- Job Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
- Sector
- Broadcast, Newswires, Online, Social Media
- Discipline
- Video Producer
Job Details
VIDEO PRODUCER AT THE AFPTV EUROPE DESK, LONDON
Starting date: April 2022
Deadline for applications: 31 January 2022
Location: London
AFP Europe
JOB DESCRIPTION:
AFPTV is offering an exciting opportunity to operate as a video producer in London.
You will work on the very busy Europe desk and help other desks when needed, being part of an international team.
Among other tasks, you will turn round videos for clients, compile packages of b-roll and file footage, source UGC and videos from external providers, cut from live feeds and help adapt videos into English and French, as well as create videos ready to publish, mainly for digital clients.
There may also be some limited shooting opportunities or field producing.
You will have to ensure the reliability of news covered and respect for the agency's editorial policy.
You will closely monitor social media and strictly adhere to the Agency's guidelines on social media activity.
You will contribute to the fight against misinformation by helping factcheckers in the network and ensure you are trained in the various methods of online verification, now indispensable for all journalism.
You must be ready to work long days and a wide range of hours, including early mornings and late nights, as well as weekends,
In an ever-changing media environment, the nature of the job could evolve in line with coverage demands and the requirements of an increasingly diverse client base.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- A self-starter with exceptional organizational and multi-tasking abilities, you will be passionate about video news, have native English and an excellent level of French. Other languages are a plus.
- Good knowledge of European and World news needed.
- Previous experience as a producer, knowledge of the needs of big broadcasters and international experience will be a plus too.
- Honed digital non-linear editing skills, preferably on Adobe Premiere and/or Qube are a must.
- Filming skills are a plus.
THE COMPANY:
AFP is a global news agency, delivering fast, accurate, in-depth coverage of the events shaping our world from wars and conflicts to politics, sports, entertainment and the latest breakthroughs in health, science and technology. With 2,900 staff and stringers spread across 165 countries, AFP covers the world 24 hours a day in six languages, delivering the news in video, text, photographs, multimedia and graphics. AFPTV is its fast-growing international television service, delivering a broad range of videos including major breaking news, investigative reports and features.
Applicants should send a CV and cover letter with links to your video work.
Company
AFP is a global news agency delivering fast, accurate, in-depth coverage of the events shaping our world from wars and conflicts to politics, sports, entertainment and the latest breakthroughs in health, science and technology.
With 2,260 journalists spread across almost every country, AFP covers the world 24 hours a day in six languages. AFP delivers the news in video, text, photos, multimedia and graphics to a wide range of customers including newspapers and magazines, radio.
- Website
- http://www.afp.com/
- Location
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Paris
FR
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