Freelance Desk Producer,Contract

Freelance Desk Producer, Contract
Location
London
Business Area
News and Media
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**Description & Requirements**
Bloomberg News is one of the biggest financial and business news organizations in the world. We lead the way in breaking news and providing analysis on financial markets, from on-the-day coverage to in-depth features. We are known for our quality, accuracy and ability to deliver news investors can use. It's what keeps us inventing and re-inventing, all the time.
Bloomberg Television is seeking a freelance Desk Producer to join the EMEA broadcast news desk from our European headquarters in London. This is a fast-paced, news-driven role suited for a journalist who thrives on tight deadlines, collaboration, and has sharp editorial judgment.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in coordinating live hits, turning newsworthy sound from interviews and events, and ensuring timely and compelling content delivery across Bloombergs TV, Radio and multimedia platforms. Youll work hand-in-hand with field crews, producers, and reporters to respond to breaking news, business developments, and major global events.
Youll bring a deep interest in business, economics and geopolitics, with the ability to spot what matters, and act quickly. Youll also be someone who enjoys building strong working relationships across teams, and who thrives balancing multiple priorities under pressure.
We'll trust you to:
Contribute to daily newsgathering efforts, liaising with bureaus, field crews, and reporters to line up live hits, source video, and coordinate breaking and rolling coverage
Cut newsworthy soundbites and segments from live interviews, press conferences, panels and events, and create TV graphics to support coverage, quickly and with editorial accuracy
Make editorial decisions in real time, helping shape our on-air coverage and ensuring the strongest stories, voices and visuals make it to air
Collaborate closely with Bloombergs producers, anchors, correspondents, and the wider editorial team to deliver daily news priorities
Maintain a strong awareness of market-moving news and political and economic developments across the EMEA region
Youll need to have:
2+ years of experience in broadcast journalism, news desk production, or digital video production
Editorial judgment with a track record of responding effectively to breaking news
A collaborative approach and excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Flexibility to work early/overnight shifts
A solid grasp of European business, politics, and financial markets
Experience using video editing systems to cut and turn around fast-moving content is a bonus
If this sounds like you:
Apply if you think we're a good match. We'll get in touch to let you know what the next steps are, but in the meantime feel free to have a look at this:
If indicated, please note that years of experience are a guide; we will consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills necessary for the role.
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