Nerve Center News Producer (Newsperson)

The Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting. Founded in 1846,AP today remains the most trusted source of fast, accurate, unbiasednews in all formats and the essential provider of the technology and services vital to the news business. More than half the world's population sees AP journalism every day.

The Associated Press seeks an experienced journalist to join the Nerve Center as a news producer, joining the team tasked with ensuring the AP's report - including spot news, politics, sports, entertainment, business and lifestyle content - meets the needs of AP's customers on all digital and social platforms. As a member of the team, you'll help coordinate worldwide coverage of the day's biggest stories and global planning for enterprise stories and major events. This job covers U.S. evening hours from Los Angeles. This is a staff position covered by AP's agreement with the News Media Guild.

Responsibilities: Reporting to the Nerve Center Director, the news producer will place an emphasis on cross-format global news coordination, planning and customer communications, and upholding AP standards and style. You will join a team that is committed to diverse and inclusive storytelling. You should have the ability and willingness to work at night and on weekends, or as coverage demands, as AP is a 24/7 operation.

We are looking for a candidate with:

• A demonstrated history of producing compelling photo, video, audio or text journalism.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with the diverse team of journalists across the AP who operate in all formats: photo, video, audio, text, digital/social, interactive and graphics.
• The ability to work across regions and formats and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• The ability to build relationships with digital, broadcast, print and audio customers and synthesize customer feedback.
• Impeccable news judgment, a commitment to accuracy and competitive drive to push AP and its journalists to deliver exclusive stories and swift coverage of breaking news.
• The ability to maintain AP's standards for integrity and objectivity.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Advanced-level professional competency in written and spoken English. Professional competency in a language besides English is a plus.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States or able to gain permission to do so.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications: We're looking for an excellent photographer, video journalist, reporter or editor who excels at communicating with colleagues around the globe. You stay on top of the news across regions and beats. Applicants must have top-tier news judgement, a deep understanding of editorial standards and the ability to reorder priorities quickly. You must be able to work effectively as a member of a team and should have at least five years of full-time experience at a daily newspaper, broadcast station, online or digital news outlet, or an AP bureau or regional desk.

We will consider strong candidates who do not meet every listed qualification. Cover letters to describe the unique qualifications you would bring to this role are required.

This position is covered by The Associated Press' contract with the News Media Guild, which provides for an annual salary for Class A staff of between $52,046 and $82,934 based on location and years of professional experience. AP may offer additional compensation based on a job candidate's skills, qualifications and market location.

The Associated Press offers comprehensive benefits which include:

• Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Paid parental leave for any new parent
• Mental health resources

Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.

Application deadline is January 30, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST.

AP seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a veteran, or other characteristic protected by law. We encourage members of historically underrepresented communities, including women and BIPOC, to apply.