Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Al Jazeera Media Network s Digital Team is looking for astrong Senior Engagement Producer to sit at the centre of the fast-moving digital news cycle leading the team responsible for transforming breaking stories and trending conversations into impactful content across social and digital platforms. From rapid-fire social updates and short-form video to raw footage and compelling visual assets, this role drives content that captures attention and fuels audience engagement. We re looking for someone who is digitally savvy with exceptional editorial judgment.

Responsibilities:

• Assign, Approve and Produce digital media content: tweets, videos, graphics, memes, etc.
• Oversee re-versioning of broadcast content for digital and social platforms
• Lead coverage of live events on social media, including live tweeting, fact checking, cutting raw videos and producing graphic cards
• Work with Planning Department for coverage plans of future news events
• Be primary voice in editorial meetings on emerging stories on social media
• Lead experimentation with content creation and distribution strategies for new platforms
• Analyze social media trends to continually enhance best practices
• Ensure consistent accuracy and quality of content being produced by Engagement Production Team
• Work closely with Engagement Editors on establishing and documenting best practices

Desired Candidate Profile

Education:
Bachelor Degree in journalism or digital media, or relevant experience.

Experience:
At least 5 years experience in Online Journalism/Mediabr>At least 2 years experience in a Senior RoleProven experience producing high performing content optimized for social media and digital platforms