Oklahoma Video Journalist (Video Journalist) Job at Associated Press in Oklahoma

Overview
The Associated Press seeks a nimble and enterprising video journalist to cover breaking news in Oklahoma. The role requires a creative and innovative visual storyteller capable of sourcing, shooting, editing, and producing video across multiple formats, including live coverage. The position is temporary and covered by AP’s agreement with the News Media Guild.

Responsibilities

Shoot, edit, and produce video including live video to deliver comprehensive coverage for AP’s customers on digital, mobile, and broadcast platforms.

Write text stories and take still photos to support video reports.

Jump in on breaking news across the country, pitch ideas, develop stories with colleagues, and research to produce stories in all formats – text, photo, video, audio, digital/social, interactive, and graphics.

Assist with editing and producing live video, affiliate contributions, and video from other AP journalists as needed.

Cover extreme weather events across Oklahoma and elsewhere.

Travel extensively, often on short notice, and work at night and on weekends as required by a 24/7 operation.

What we’re looking for

Great news sense and the ability to generate distinctive video stories for national and global audiences.

Deep sourcing across Oklahoma and a drive to pursue exclusive reporting and breaking news.

Realistic social media and digital storytelling skills and a readiness to explore new formats.

Integrity, objectivity, and the ability to handle fast-paced deadlines.

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills to juggle multiple projects across formats.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, such as at least two years of full-time news experience as a video journalist at a broadcast station, online or digital news outlet, daily newspaper, or AP bureau.

All applicants must be able to work in the U.S. or obtain permission to do so.

Advanced-level proficiency in written and spoken English; proficiency in another language is a plus.

Advanced-level proficiency in video shooting and non-linear editing, preferably with Adobe Premiere; expertise in Sony cameras is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications
Applicants who have a history of collaborating across formats on breaking news and projects from start to finish are especially welcome. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills are required to juggle complex story lines in video, photo, and text.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company paid life insurance

Paid vacation and sick days

Paid parental leave for any new parent

Employment Details
This position is covered by The Associated Press’ contract with the News Media Guild. Employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) plan and employer-sponsored health insurance plan, and receive paid time off and holidays in accordance with AP policy.

EEO Statement
AP seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

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