ABC News is hiring an Executive Producer, Race Culture & Inclusion to lead the network’s continuing efforts to produce creative and award winning multicultural content and inclusive storytelling that is reflective of the communities we serve. The EP will produce at least five annual diversity specials that air on the ABC network, while also partnering with all shows and platforms to develop additional content aimed at strengthening our brand with diverse audiences, consumers and viewers. He/She/They will report to the Senior Vice President, Race Culture & Inclusion.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the editorial and production leader of ABC’s award winning diversity specials, which requires gathering production support from across the news division, managing relationships with studio & field production teams, overseeing production timeline, managing high profile bookings, working with graphics, marketing and PR, bringing projects in on budget and more
- Partner with other Executive Producers to create multicultural content for all ABC News shows and platform, both within a daily breaking news environment and as part of long form storytelling strategy
- Under the direction of the SVP, coordinates the work of the Race, Culture & Inclusion senior producers, a group of journalists who are embedded with our network shows and platforms and are committed to telling stories of underrepresented and unseen communities
- Using the insights gained by ABC News Research team, identify storytelling opportunities that are compelling and relevant to diverse audiences
- Collaborate with other Executive Producers, Race & Culture seniors and newsgathering teams to ensure there is a pitch process that supports and advances the work of the Race, Culture & Inclusion reporting effort
Basic Qualifications:
- A leadership approach that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion
- 8+ years of production experience, preferably within a fast paced news environment and with a deep understanding of best journalism practices
- Experience overseeing field work and edit rooms and providing creative direction and oversight for collaborative projects
- Proven storyteller with innovative approaches to multicultural programming initiatives
- Communication skills (written and verbal) to effectively communicate and interact with people at various levels and in various disciplines of business and production
- Driven self-starter who is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively across multiple departments and disciplines in a fast-paced environment
Required Education:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
The hiring range for this position in New York is $258,100 – $354,860 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Assistant Videographer/Editor position requires skills in a high-volume production environment specializing in the final storytelling of a project. This position is primarily responsible for assisting in the filming and editing process for company video projects. This position requires a diverse knowledge of industry standard types of cameras and production equipment along with basic Avid editing skills. They will work closely with the Producers, Videographers and Editors on staff to ensure projects are completed on time and with the highest technical and aesthetic standards. They are responsible for maintaining the company’s production assets and working with the department production calendar so that equipment is ready for each project.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Support production staff with variety of projects using production gear including various models of cameras, lenses, tripods, and other gear related to shooting.
- Work with Production team to build sets for production needs.
- Assist with general duties.
- Maintaining production equipment before and after projects.
- Coordinate the tracking of all production assets.
- Assist with research and ordering of equipment.
- Support with reporting and tracking maintenance and repairs of production equipment.
- Ingest media into company’s archiving system and prepare media for Editors.
- Log footage and edit basic to intermediate level projects.
- Operate additional cameras as needed for production needs including live events.
- ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Degree Required: Minimum college or trade school experience in production or similar field..
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of practical field experience working in multiple aspects of film and video production.
- Color grading at intermediate level.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
- Thorough understanding of fishing, hunting, and other outdoor skills as required to best work with production team in outdoor recreation company.
- Strong work ethic. Outgoing personality with ability to interact within group of creative individuals in a dynamic and constantly changing environment. Willingness to react with short notice to changes in daily routine.
- Willing to travel as required – often locations require extensive driving and multiple night stays with early and late hours.
- Strong communication skills – able to understand direction and make themselves understood when communicating objectives for accomplishing story lines or goals of a production.
- Thorough knowledge of Avid non-linear editing systems, specifically the Avid Media Composer or similar.
- Strong working knowledge of various codecs, containers and file types used in today’s media environment.
- Able to work within a team environment including in the field or studio and in the post process, editing and finishing.
- Able to lift and carry heavy equipment in variety of terrain and conditions from very hot to very cold.
- Good driving record, able to secure Missouri Operator’s License Class E.
- Good organizational skills: able to keep multiple projects balanced at any one time
- Strong video resume required. This resume should demonstrate samples from all of the areas mentioned above.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- 25-30%
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Regularly performs computer work and sits.
- Occasionally walks and stands.
- Seldom/never lifts up to 50lbs.
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:
- Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
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- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- And more!
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
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