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Assistant Producer - Promo. Al Jazeera, Doha, Qatar

Job overview:

A TRULY GLOBAL NETWORK

Launched in 1996, Al Jazeera Arabic was the first independent news channel in the Arab world dedicated to providing comprehensive news, and live debate.

The network challenged established narratives and gave a global audience an alternative voice—one that put the human being back at the centre of the news agenda and quickly made it one of the world’s most influential news networks.

Since then, it has added new channels and services whilst maintaining the independent, pioneering spirit that defined its character. Each subsidiary in the Al Jazeera Media Network follows the same principles and values that inspire it to be challenging and bold, and provide a voice for the voiceless in some of the most underreported places on the planet. It’s a responsibility shared by every employee at the Al Jazeera Media Network. From our headquarters, to the broadcast centres, and at more than 70 bureaus around the world, we strive to deliver content that captivates, informs, inspires and entertains.

Position at Al Jazeera Media Network

Summary:
  • Al Jazeera English is looking for an Assistant Promo Producer (AP) to join its award-winning Creative team based at its Headquarters in Doha.
  • As AP you will be responsible for researching and supporting the production of innovative campaigns for the channel as a whole and for its specific news coverage and award-winning programs.
  • Working alongside producers, the AP takes ownership and responsibility from conception to delivery of on-air promotions assigned by Senior Promotion Producer & Creative Director.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Brainstorm and conceptualisation with Senior Promotion Producer / Promotions team / Design team.
  • Ensure that assigned projects meet their assigned deadline and budget.
  • Communicate clearly and in a timely manner with all promotion team in Editorial, Editing and Design directions.
  • Work with Programming & News departments to ensure business goals are being met and that the creative is within channel principle.
  • Work closely with Promotion Team members to concept and produce, taking into account production including: writing, design, live action shoots, edit, voice-over direction and sound design.
  • Assist in pushing and executing the creative direction of the channel’s on-air environment under the guidance of the Senior Promotion Producer & Creative Director.
  • Stay current in production trends, new technology, and global current affairs.
  • Work with the project Producer to meet all project deadlines including delivery of scripts, graphics, rough cuts and final cuts on time.
  • Maintain Promotion Team’s archive and back-up of all promotions projects for prompt retrieval in the event of repeated TX or updates for future use.
Key Requirements:
  • Minimum of BA (Hons) degree qualification, or equivalent, in Film and TV, Fine Art, Media, Cinema, Theatre, Art Design discipline.
  • Minimum 1-4 years of professional experience within a television production environment or equivalent professional experience (including relevant technical and software skills).
  • English as first language or educated to degree level within English curriculum.
  • Significant professional writer/ Assistant producer experience.
  • Previous experience within a broadcast On Air promotion.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work calmly under pressure.
  • Proven ability to think creatively, and work as part of a large team.
  • Ability to time-manage and monitor multiple productions within the department.
  • Experience of Adobe Premiere Pro and other non-linear editing platforms both MAC and PC.

 

COVERING THE WORLD

Al Jazeera is a place that lights the darkest shadows and gives the voiceless a voice. Our mission is to deliver captivating content to the world, which informs, inspires and entertains, through our talented, creative and spirited people. We reach deeper, broader, and closer with our content, platforms and interactions.

By respecting the diversity and humanity of the world, we’re rebalancing global media. Two ideals-integrity and respect-lie behind everything we do. We tell real stories, on behalf of people.

Our pioneering spirit constantly strives for excellence, maintaining credibility through impartial, accurate, and comprehensive representation.

Department: Technology, Global Brand & Communications
Location: Doha, Qatar

Additional Requirements
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • 1-4 years of professional experience
  • Bilingual preferred

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