International Multimedia Journalist -- I
Primary responsibilities:
Assist production staff with preparation for live and recorded broadcasts.
Help compile scripts, production notes, guest information, and program materials.
Support studio setup and prepare production areas prior to broadcasts.
Coordinate basic communication between production personnel, guests, and talent.
Escort guests and assist with check-in and studio logistics.
Monitor production schedules and help ensure materials are available when needed.
Assist with gathering video clips, graphics, and other production elements.
Perform research and fact-gathering to support program development.
Assists in the preparation of production elements of programs and content for broadcast and/or web and social media, including simple editing of voiceover and soundcuts from taped material, as assigned
Contributes to teamwork, facilitating tasks of teammates, as needed
Meets VOA standards for productivity, quality, and meeting deadlines
Works as a member of a team
Logs and conducts data entry and other functions connected with VOA’s digital asset management system
Trains as a multimedia journalist (video, audio, editing)
Trains on the use of technical equipment
Other related duties as assigned
About the Agency
The United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) is an exciting, multi-media, multi-cultural, global media agency that carries out all United States civilian international broadcasting. Our media networks complement and reinforce one another in a shared mission vital to U.S. national interests: to inform, engage, and connect people around the world in support of freedom and democracy. Our staff of dedicated professionals serve as an example of a free and independent media, bringing news, information, and relevant discussions to a weekly audience of over 278 million people worldwide in over 60 languages via radio, television, Internet, and social media.
USAGM networks include the Voice of America and the Office of Cuba Broadcasting (Radio and TV Marti) and three grantee organizations: Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, the Middle East Broadcasting Networks (Alhurra TV and Radio Sawa), and Radio Free Asia.
This is not an announcement for a federal job. All personal service contractors must pass a thorough background check.
Skills Required
- Pass a thorough background check
- Basic audio and video editing (simple voiceover and soundcuts)
- Ability or willingness to train on multimedia journalism tools and studio/production equipment
What We Do
Broadcast and digital news and media for emerging markets publishing in 61 languages with a 215 million weekly audience in 200 countries.
