Need to Know is a new current affairs media project from WNET.ORG, the leading provider of news, current affairs and documentary content for public television. Premiering in the spring of 2010, it will combine a major 24/7 online platform and a weekly, one-hour primetime television broadcast, in

magazine format, each Friday evening.

Applications are now being accepted for the position of Online Production Assistant.

The Web PA will support the production of content for the online platform. He/she will work closely with the editorial team at all stages of the production process from story development through post-production.

Responsibilities and tasks will include:

• posting video, audio, and text to the online platform, managing deliverables, maintaining production records
• fact-checking content
• searching for archival footage
• developing and producing interactive features
• may include shooting and editing video and assisting in the preparation of segments for Web site
• coordinating as necessary among various other departments, including publicity, production services, finance and legal
• assisting the web editors, Senior Producer and Executive Producer in daily production tasks

Required skills and experience:

• BS or BA, preferably in Journalism, Film, Television/Multimedia Production, or Liberal Arts.
• Minimum of two years experience in television or multimedia production.
• Minimum of two years editorial experience in print, online or broadcast journalism.
• Exceptional research skills, written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines and to problem-solve when difficulties arise.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, and WordPress or other related content management systems Demonstrated interest in current affairs.

Contact

To apply, candidates should submit resume, cover letter and salary history via email. Responses should list the title of the position for which you are applying in the subject line of your email.  Please do not send links to online resumes.

WNET.ORG

Recruiting Manager
450 West 33rd Street, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10001-2605
Fax: 212-560-1350
E-mail: jobs@wnet.org

Qualified candidates only; no phone calls please.  Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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