Producer - AHTV/Book TV

GENERAL FUNCTION:
Creates, develops and executes live and taped programming for both American History TV and Book TV, and other C-SPAN platforms including radio, social media, podcasts and web. Serves as a member of the AHTV/Book TV editorial team, helping to choose books and history topics for coverage.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identifies and produces history topics and author events from a wide source of outlets and recommends coverage for C-SPAN programs.
• Produces and line produces book and history fairs and festivals and other live programs.
• Shoots, edits and produces content for use on-air and across all C-SPAN platforms.
• Oversees production of visual and graphic elements.
• Prepares programs for air, including logging, selecting promotional clips, writing scripts and graphics and typing on-air graphics.
• Follows history and book industries in particular, and public affairs in general.
• Represents C-SPAN to external groups.
• Other duties as assigned.

BACKGROUND/SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Political Science, History, English or Radio/TV.
• Minimum four years relevant work experience.
• Familiarity with technology and proven ability to shoot and edit professional-quality video.
• Strong knowledge of and interest in non-fiction books, history and public policy.
• Understanding of C-SPAN programming and philosophy.
• Proven experience in editorial decision-making.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to work with a team.
• Adaptable to changing priorities.
• Flexible hours and work week schedule.
• Committed to a quality, cost effective product.