BBC seeks an business and economics producer in New York

Can you take the latest developments in economics and business and turn them into compelling stories, accessible to the BBC’s huge audience around the world?

Do you have the creativity and insight to come up with the eye catching treatment for stories?

Do you have the shooting and editing skills to deliver those treatments quickly?

Do you want to work with a tightly knit, loyal team of experienced journalists?

If so, we want to hear from you.

Main Responsibilities

In this role you will work with our reporters and production staff to make video and radio news content for the BBC. You will come up with story ideas, identify the right pictures, book contributors and, ideally, shoot and edit much of the material yourself. You will do this usually to tight deadlines and always to the highest editorial standards. You will also assist the New York business editor in planning the team’s coverage.

Are you the right candidate?

The ideal candidate will have:

•  A proven track record of covering economic and business news
• Experience producing high quality news video.
• A commitment to collaboration and teamwork.
• Significant recent experience as a journalist, with a good knowledge of production techniques.
• Ability to use technology as required, in order to gather material for broadcast.

To apply, go here.