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Line Producer / Editor

Broadcast Management Group · Washington, DC, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

BMG is seeking a highly skilled and broadcast-obsessed Line Producer/Editor to join its Washington D.C. team. This is a full-time, on-site position embedded in a fast-paced live financial news production environment. The ideal candidate is a dual-threat creative professional, equally at home calling a live show from the booth as they are cutting a high-impact social video package in post. You will work directly with clients to understand their editorial objectives, take ownership of the full production workflow, and serve as the connective tissue between live broadcast execution and digital content delivery. This role demands someone who thrives under pressure, leads with instinct, and never stops learning what audiences want next.Key ResponsibilitiesLive Broadcast ProductionLine produce live news broadcasts including creating rundowns, writing scripts using Inception, and calling assigned shows from the boothDevelop and manage rundowns that reflect editorial priorities, breaking news, and client objectivesCoordinate talent, technical crew, and control room operations to ensure seamless on-air executionServe as the primary point of contact during live broadcasts, making real-time editorial and production decisionsEditing & Post-ProductionEdit and produce video pieces using Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and PhotoshopCut fast-turnaround news b-roll and packages with accuracy and editorial judgmentCreate high-end sizzle reels and promotional content for clients and internal useProduce high-quality video with a dynamic mix of text, graphics, photos, animations, and motion designWrite clear, compelling scripts and gather all necessary production elements including photos, video, and licensed musicLeverage AI-powered tools to accelerate and enhance the editing and production workflowDigital & Social ContentLayout and edit vertical stories for animations, long-form editorial, and video content for Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and IGTVOptimize video content for platform-specific performance including watch-time, engagement, and algorithm best practicesResearch, conceptualize, pitch, and produce original social video content aligned with trending topics and audience behaviorCollaborate with the social media team to develop and execute data-informed content strategiesProduction Operations & AdministrationWork closely with the Supervising Producer to prioritize the edit queue and maintain production schedulesCreate cue sheets and collaborate with the legal team on music rights and content clearancesConduct quality control on all internally produced video content before deliveryAssist with various on-location shoots and live event productions as neededRequirements & QualificationsRequired ExperienceMinimum 4 years of experience line producing live news broadcastMinimum 4 years of experience in digital content development and video editingDemonstrated experience with vertical video production for social platformsProven track record of creating short-form, high-impact social videos for a major brand or media organizationExperience in live streaming and live event productionTechnical SkillsAdvanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and PhotoshopExperience with broadcast rundown and scripting software (Inception preferred)Strong working knowledge of AI tools for production, editing, and content creationDeep understanding of content creation and publishing best practices for YouTube, Instagram, Instagram Stories, Facebook, Snapchat, and IGTVAbility to produce graphics, motion design, and visual content elements independentlyCompetencies & AttributesExceptional editorial judgment and instincts for what makes content work on each platformAbility to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and follow through to completion without exceptionStrong collaborative spirit and experience working within cross-functional production teamsSelf-starter mentality with the ability to take creative direction and run independentlyComfort and confidence in fast-paced, breaking news environments with tight deadlinesPassion for live production, financial media, and the evolving broadcast landscape#J-18808-Ljbffr