Audio/Video Producer and Studio Operator

Job Description:

The Wall Street Journal is seeking an energetic, self-starting audio/video producer and studio operator for our Washington, D.C. bureau. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team with a dedicated core listenership that produces impactful, factual and news-driven podcasts across the WSJ newsroom. We're looking for a creative force with excellent editorial judgement to take our content—and our audience—to the next level.

This is a non-managerial position that will support multiple shows and productions as WSJ’s Audio initiatives expand. One morning might require you to help set and run a podcast shoot in the studio, while that same afternoon may find you on the Hill with a reporter doing field work for a video podcast series. Each day can be very different, so the ability to juggle multiple projects at varying stages of production in collaboration with newsroom managers in D.C. and globally with a can-do spirit is essential. 

Successful candidates will be problem solvers and technical experts with a comprehensive understanding of end-to-end audio and video production including but not limited to managing production workflows in a deadline driven environment, hands-on set-up of in-studio and field shoots, studio equipment maintenance and management (cameras, mics, etc)., and the ability to troubleshoot in high-pressure situations. They are also excellent communicators that are just as comfortable working on highly collaborative projects as they are at working independently with little to no supervision. 

This position is based in our Washington, D.C. office and reports into the Technical Manager, Audio.

To apply, please submit your résumé, a cover letter clearly outlining how your skills and experience meet or exceed the key candidate requirements, and links to five examples of your work that showcase your expertise in video podcast production. Candidates who do not submit cover letters will not be considered.

What You'll Do:

• Work closely with WSJ Audio department managers as well as coverage chiefs across the WSJ newsroom to initiate and develop original story ideas including special series, interactive and immersive ways to more deeply connect with our audience and external events.

• Play a key role in the production and post-production of multiple shows: pitching stories, booking and pre-interviewing guests, writing scripts, recording interviews, editing sound and video, and posting to platforms.

• Conduct remote recordings and in-studio interviews and do field work.

• Contribute to the promotion of shows through creating promos, sizzle reels and social media assets including videos.

• Interview WSJ reporters and sources, coaching those without audio and video experience.

• Manage multiple projects in various stages of development and production.

• Ensure that all content is accurate, fact-checked and meets the highest production value and that all WSJ journalistic and legal standards are followed.

• Produce and engineer audio and video recording sessions across various formats, from multi-person in-studio interviews to remote and hybrid productions.

• Troubleshoot audio and video hardware (microphones, XLR cables, cameras, lighting, switcher) and software (Pro Tools, Comrex, Adobe Audition, Riverside, video streaming platforms) to ensure smooth, uninterrupted production.

• Design and adjust in-studio lighting setups to deliver professional-quality video recordings.

• Prepare and distribute field recording equipment to our reporters.

• Train reporters how to collect sound from interviews and in the field independently.

• Fill in as a host and/or contribute to various shows on mic.

• Complete additional duties as assigned, including supporting other WSJ podcast productions.

What You'll Bring:

• At least 3 years of experience in audio and video storytelling for a daily podcast or radio show.

• A professional background in video journalism, podcast production and digital storytelling.

• Strong shooting and editing skills.

• Deep understanding of and interest in the Journal’s core coverage areas.

• Strong editorial judgment and broad knowledge of current events.

• Strong editorial skills, including experience in research, fact-checking and sculpting longform interviews both before and after recordings.

• Experience engineering audio productions in a professional studio, delivering industry-standard sound quality.

• Capturing and optimizing high-quality video using professional cameras and webcams to deliver polished visuals.

• Applying creative, on-the-spot problem-solving to keep productions running smoothly under pressure.

• Professional experience writing headlines, captions and scripts for stories under tight time constraints.

• Experience developing and launching new products.

• Expert-level understanding of Adobe Audition, Pro Tools or other DAWs as well as Premiere.

Reasonable accommodation: Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy - We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO/Disabled/Vets. Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at [email protected]. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.

Business Area:

Dow Jones - News - WSJ

Job Category:

Editorial/Journalism

Union Status:

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