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CNBC.com seeks associate producer/writer

CNBC Digital is looking for a talented associate producer/writer for its expanding video team. This candidate should be familiar with all aspects of video production – and possess a highly-creative storytelling voice.

The ideal candidate must be comfortable with scripting original narrative and explanatory multimedia stories. A candidate who has experience with voiceover is preferred. The ideal team member is a self-starter who is comfortable researching and pitching stories on his/her own and can also work within a team setting depending on project demands.

Candidates with a passion to learn about the business world around them and explain it to others will be considered first.

The associate producer/writer will work with a team of highly-motivated producers, artists and editorial teams to develop unique stories focused on small business, science, technology, politics and other topics of interest.

This role will provide opportunities for studio, tracking and field work. Every voice on the team counts, so if you are willing to ask questions, give thoughtful feedback and strive for greatness – you will be a wonderful fit!

Qualifications/Requirements

– Four-year college degree with course work/major emphasis on digital media, communications, journalism or business journalism
– Must have excellent research and writing skills
– Broadcast script and AP style writing experience
– Voiceover experience
– Broad knowledge of current events and financial news
– Strong analytical ability
– Highly collaborative and creative
– Must have intermediate level experience with all aspects of digital video production including: producing, shooting and editing
– Intermediate level experience producing/editing on Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro, DSLR shooting, Cinema cameras
– Demonstrated knowledge of multimedia storytelling and working knowledge of online publishing systems
– Ability and willingness to work non-traditional hours and travel
– Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy production equipment on a regular basis
– A sample of the candidate’s work will be required *please provide links when applying*

To apply, go here.

Chris Roush

Chris Roush was the dean of the School of Communications at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut. He was previously Walter E. Hussman Sr. Distinguished Professor in business journalism at UNC-Chapel Hill. He is a former business journalist for Bloomberg News, Businessweek, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, The Tampa Tribune and the Sarasota Herald-Tribune. He is the author of the leading business reporting textbook "Show me the Money: Writing Business and Economics Stories for Mass Communication" and "Thinking Things Over," a biography of former Wall Street Journal editor Vermont Royster.

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