AFPTV is offering an exciting opportunity to operate as a video producer in London.
You will work on the very busy Africa desk and help other desks when needed, especially the Europe one located in the same office.
Among other tasks, you will turn round videos for clients, compile packages of b-roll and file footage, source UGC and videos from external providers, cut from live feeds and help adapt videos into English and French, as well as create videos ready to publish, mainly for digital clients.
You will contribute to the speed of delivery of the breaking news story and to the quality our video service.
There may also be some limited shooting opportunities or field producing.
You will have to ensure the reliability of news covered and respect for the agency's editorial policy. You should be familiar with the issues involved in handling user generated content and AFP’s guidelines concerning the use of UGC.
Candidates should bring a multi-media approach to the job and expect to coordinate closely with text reporters and photographers.
You will closely monitor social media and strictly adhere to the Agency's guidelines on social media activity.
You will contribute to the fight against misinformation by offering any assistance needed to the digital investigation teams in the network and you will ensure that you are trained in the various methods of online verification, now indispensable for all journalism. Online training is available here.
You must be ready to work long days and a wide range of hours, including early mornings and late nights, as well as weekends.
In an ever-changing media environment, the nature of the job could evolve in line with coverage demands and the requirements of an increasingly diverse client base.
SKILLS REQUIRED
- A self-starter with exceptional organizational and multi-tasking abilities, you will be passionate about video news, have native French and an excellent level of English. Other languages are a plus.
- Previous experience as a producer, knowledge of the needs of big broadcasters and international experience will be a plus too.
- Honed digital non-linear editing skills, preferably on Adobe Premiere and/or Qube are a must.
- Filming skills are a plus.
THE COMPANY
AFP is a global news agency, delivering fast, accurate, in-depth coverage of the events shaping our world from conflicts to politics, climate, sports, entertainment and the latest breakthroughs in health and technology. With 2,400 staff and stringers in 165 countries, AFP covers the world 24 hours a day in six languages, delivering the news in video, text, photo, graphics and multimedia.
Applicants should send a CV, cover letter with links to your video work to:
[email protected]