Senior Reporter - Investigative Video Journalist - GC000257
Company: Al Jazeera International (USA), Inc.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Posted on: February 11, 2020
Job Description:
Duties: Research, plan, and conduct field investigations,
develop filming plans of action, and edit the content while executing strong editorial judgment; maintain technical
competency and proficiency as a top-tier investigative reporter and non-linear editor; contribute to investigative story
pitches, develop appropriate visualization strategies, and
direct second shooters, producers, and other staff in the creation of
news packages and programs; co-produce and co-direct exclusive stories with the highest editorial standards and
coordinate with essential Al Jazeera network peers in the News, Programs, Web, Archive, Graphics, Finance, and Travel
departments, as well as other senior producers, editors, and directors; arrange investigative logistics and ensure the
proper shipping and availability of equipment and safeguard investigative information and developing confidential
story sources. Requirements: Bachelors degree (or foreign education equivalent)
in Journalism or a closely related field and five (5) years of experience in the job offered or five (5) years of
experience conducting investigations and performing live broadcasts with major news and discussion programs; Or, alternatively, no degree and seven (7) years of experience
as stated above. Candidate must also possess: Two (2) years of experience producing and directing both
short-form TV news media packages and long-form documentary films from start to finish using ancillary
production equipment; Two (2) years of experience conducting comprehensive
investigative journalism in regions experiencing war or
conflict, and operating as an undercover reporter in the field; Two (2) years of experience writing complex scripts with a
strong narrative arc while originating and directing investigations into documentary film productions; and Two (2) years of experience performing analysis of international
affairs and logistical planning for investigative productions during long-term deployments in hostile
environments. Travel consists of fifty percent (50%) of the position.
Candidates must be able to travel frequently at short notice
for assignments. Trips may last for 1 week up to 1 month. To apply, email resume to AJE-DC-HR@aljazeera.net. Please
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