News Producer/Video Journalist, X2

Job Vacancy:  News Producer/Video Journalist, X2 - AFP Location:  Bogota, Colombia
Starting date: August 1, 2024

Deadline for applications: July 15, 2024

Location: Bogota

Latin America region

THE JOB
AFPTV is hiring two English-language video producers based in Bogotá and reporting to the regional AFP headquarters in Montevideo, who will handle a wide variety of news and features from across Latin America and North America.

Fast-paced and exciting, the job involves producing and editing hard news production -either from VJ on the ground or from LIVE feeds -, features, and lighter stories for broadcast clients, working under the supervision of AFPTV’s regional coordinator and AFP's regional chief editors for Latin America.

Sharp writing and narrating skills for short-format video packages are essential to the role, as are excellent shooting skills and a keen eye for the visual.

The job requires a multimedia ethos, working closely with the regional text, photo and graphics departments.

You will have to ensure the reliability of the news covered.

You should be familiar with the issues involved in handling user generated content and AFP’s guidelines concerning the use of UGC.

You must be ready to work a wide range of hours, including early mornings and late nights, as well as weekends.

Planning being a fundamental part of your remit, You will ensure Iris360 events are up to date to enable our clients and our bureaux to plan for upcoming news events and their coverage. You will also link your production to the relevant event.

As a general rule, you will be expected to comply with AFP's as well as all current editorial practices and the guidelines set out in the

In addition, candidates should be familiar with the issues involved in handling user generated content and

You will closely monitor social media and comply with the rules laid down in the Guidelines for AFP Journalists on Social Media.

You will contribute to the fight against misinformation by helping journalists that work on digital verification in the network and ensure you are trained in the various methods of online investigation, now indispensable for all journalists.

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 minimum two years' experience in producing short-format hard news and news feature packages for web and broadcast First-rate social media skills and experience of sourcing UGC Excellent knowledge and understanding of online video Excellent news judgment, knowledge of current events, and a flair for narration Working language is English. Fluent in Spanish and good level of French. Portuguese a plus. Strong news-writing skills Demonstrable shooting ability Honed non-linear editing skills, preferably on Premiere Organizational skills and an eye for detail. Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines Willingness to work anti-social hours, including some weekends Field production experience
THE BUREAU
Bogota is a new desk, working under the coordination of Montevideo’s headquarters for AFP’s Latin America operation, with bureaus in over 20 countries.

LIFE IN BOGOTA
Life in Bogotá can be pleasant despite chronic traffic problems. It has a rich cultural life and very good restaurants. The office is in one of the liveliest neighbourhoods, with shopping malls, restaurants and nightclubs in the immediate vicinity. The temperature is around 20°C all year round, and the climate is often cool because Bogotá sits at 2,600 metres above sea level on a plateau in the Andes Mountains. A three-hour drive takes you to areas with warm, tropical climates. Colombia is rich in culture and landscape and is home to 10% of the world's biodiversity.
Security is still a serious problem in some regions. Standard safety precautions are a necessity, including in the capital.

APPLICATIONS
Only short-listed candidates will be informed of the financial conditions.
Please send your CV and cover letter to:
Regional director:
Regional editor-in-chief:
Regional financial controller:
Regional video editor-in-chief:
Regional deputy video editor-in-chief:
Bureau Chief:
HR team:
ABOUT AFP
AFP is a leading global news agency providing fast, comprehensive and verified coverage of the events shaping our world and of the issues affecting our daily lives. Drawing from an unparalleled news gathering network across 150 countries, AFP is also a world leader in digital verification. With 2,600 staff representing 100 different nationalities, AFP covers the world in six languages, with a unique quality of multimedia storytelling spanning video, text, photos and graphics. AFPTV is its fast-growing international television service, delivering a broad range of videos including major breaking news, investigative reports and features.

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