On-call News Producer
European Broadcasting Union
- Genf
- Unbefristet
- Vollzeit
- Ensures that active participants in the news exchange system receive the content they require and get the best value out of the news exchange.
- May on occasion be assigned to special events field operations or other newsroom /EBU projects occasionally.
- Edits video and audio, working autonomously or under the direction of News Editor.
- Operates video servers and technical equipment as well as IT systems and databases.
- Edits, corrects and supplements written texts provided by Members and third parties.
- Can perform various roles on the news desk: day, overnight and week-ends producer, subeditor, digital producer.
- Consistently ensures that the most appropriate and up-to-date visual images and information are available for programmes and services.
- Produces and manages complex stories ensuring essential elements of the news are captured and distributed.
- Provides the News Producers, the EVC, Members, users and contributors with all necessary information (satellite details, schedules, restrictions, synopsis… for the News) and in accordance with the EVN rules.
- Delivers quality, well produced items for use by all programmes and services.
- Occasionally responsible for creation of EBU own content at major events.
- Understands the technical and digital changes in the broadcast world and is able to adjust to them.
- Is in constant contact with Members and other sources of news material.
- Centralises specific requests and does the necessary research to fulfil them.
- Is aware of and follows up upon the News Exchange strategic directions.
- Promotes the image and core values of the EBU.
- Checks on a regular basis members interest in and use of specific items.
- Promotes new ideas and projects to EBU Members.
- At least 3 years of experience in a newsroom
- Possess excellent journalistic skills and an interest and passion for news - especially global news, be prepared to embrace new technologies and work flexible hours including regular patterns of overnights.
- Has excellent news judgment and maintains a strong knowledge of local, national and international news through social media, wire services, TV and radio platforms and other sources.
- Has knowledge of social media and basic skills in digital newsgathering.
- Journalistic experience in creating and editing stories
- Strong news judgement and knowledge of major news stories and developments globally
- Knowledge of social media tools such as X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram; digitally savvy
- Understanding of copyright regulations
- Good understanding of broadcasting news technology and video editing (IT, production facilities and network systems)
- Understanding and implementation of journalistic principles such as impartiality and fairness in reporting and ethics
Work with accomplished and engaging professionals coming from a wide variety of backgrounds and covering an impressive range of professions both in and outside of the broadcasting realm.ABOUT THE EBUDiscover more about the EBU at .ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONMore info in the job description attached.
We will not accept any applications after the closing date and we will contact only the candidates who correspond to the requirements.The EBU is an equal opportunities employer committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels heard, safe and valued through a culture free of discrimination, we welcome applications from all communities.ONLY APPLICATIONS VIA OUR RECRUITMENT PORTAL WILL BE CONSIDERED.