Associate Producer

Description Position at AJ+
Associate Producer
The AJ+ English have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Producer who will work to support the team in its video production goals, by working with Producers and Senior Producers on specific tasks which form part of the production workflow. It is a bilingual Arabic-English role, which will involve regular translation from Arabic to English.
This early career position is ideal for journalists with strong instincts for what makes a story shareable on social media, and an understanding of AJ+ English output. You will also need to have a strong grasp of the AJ+ English audience, and how it is different from the AJ+ Arabic audience. You’ll be looking to learn from Producers and Senior Producers while bringing pitches of your own to the table.
As with all our journalists, APs are expected to be on top of news from the Global South, especially stories that cover universal social justice issues.
This role is usually a 10-hour shift, 4 days per week (initially: Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu).
It is physically based in Doha, and you will need to be present in the office every day (no working from home).



Specific Responsibilities:

• AJ+ is a unique digital news & storytelling project telling stories of human rights & equality, holding power to account, and amplifying voices of the powerless.
• Translate AJ+ Arabic and AJA stories into English
• Edit videos and carousels that have been written by Producers and Senior Producers
• Assist Producers and Senior Producers with research, setting up interviews and other tasks
• be across all AJ+ Arabic and AJA content, and pitch stories for our team or other teams to reversion 
• Build relationships with other AJ+ teams in Doha, to assist in the cross-language collaboration Other requirements meet daily deadlines
• Follow AJ+ editorial guidelines and ethics ensure that AJ+ content is consistent with the channel’s goals, standards and style
• This is a rotating shift-based job that may require set evening and weekend hours

Minimum Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Bachelor degree or relevant experience
• Minimum of 1 Years’ experience in an editorial position
• Fluency in English and Arabic
• Experience in video production or online journalism
• Strong, fast, accurate video editing skills
• A clear understanding of AJ+ editorial identity and the style of our content
• Ability to work under tight pressure and deadlines
• Ability to work long, flexible hours and adapt to changing priorities
• Sound editorial judgment on a range of global issues
• Adobe Premiere experience preferred