Associate Producer, The View - Hot Topics & Digital

Associate Producer (Hot Topics and Digital) at The View

Job Summary:

The View is hiring an Associate Producer to work with both the Hot Topics and the Social/Digital teams. This position has a key role in identifying and overseeing video elements to setup Hot Topics conversations and editing and producing video for our digital platforms to extend The View brand.

Responsibilities:

For the Hot Topics team:

• Monitor newscasts, breaking news, press briefings, assemble video elements, and create a list of the biggest moments of the day for Hot Topic consideration. 
• Generate a daily list containing the topics trending on social media.
• Pinpoint the strongest elements to support each story discussed in the morning Hot Topics meeting
• Pitch clip options for live show and entertainment weekend show, including outlines for possible montages where needed
• Isolate and select video elements for the cold open, coordinate with the writers on the best visuals, and communicate with editors on elements for the cold open ensuring all legal guidance has been followed
• Use editorial judgment to decide on the best portion of the video to enhance the Hot Topics conversation — which may include cutting video down, captioning, or creating a montage — and work with the tape team to ensure the finished product features the highest quality videos
• Clear finished video elements with ABC News’ Legal and Standards departments, if applicable, and communicate with the entire Hot Topics team on the final video elements for broadcast

For the social/digital team:

• Monitor the day’s show and pitch ways to capitalize on the strong voices of our co-hosts by taking the best and buzziest moments for them to be re-edited, adding graphics and other elements to create videos optimized for viewing on mobile devices on The View’s many social platforms.
• Constantly look for new and innovative ways to feature the hosts and create videos that are an extension of The View’s brand.
• Contribute to the social team on daily postings and brainstorming ideas tailored to co-hosts' interests
• Monitor the evolving ways in which viewers consume our show online and readjust formatting and concepts accordingly

 Basic Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in a television news/politics setting — social media experience is a plus
• Must be proficient with digital shooting and editing in Avid or Adobe Premiere
• Strong research and writing skills are a must with ability to work under extreme deadlines
• Proven ability to make editorial judgments as well as an overall understanding of news programs
• Comfortable working closely with high-profile talent
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Candidates should have a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

The hiring range for this position in New York is $62,400 - $83,600 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.