Video Producer, Washington Video

Date: Aug 25, 2026

Location: Washington, DC, US,

Company: Associated Press

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, unbiased news 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 a multiplatformvideoproducer witha solid track recordof video storytelling to produce daily video in the U.S. East Coast afternoon and evening hours. This news gathering position is based in Washington, D.C. This specialized role within the bureau is key to our coverage of the White House, Congress and politics, delivering content tailored for newsrooms and digital platforms. In this role, you will work closely with other staffers in the bureau and coordinate with the global video production team to deliver engaging journalism that serves our customers and helps grow AP's audience.

This role is crucial in maintaining AP's reputation and producing premium videos on some of our most important stories. This is a staff position covered by AP's agreement with the News Media Guild.

• Edit breaking news video from live feeds, from journalists, from partner and user generated content, on deadline, with a focus on content related to U.S. government and politics
• Edit story elements quickly and creatively to produce strong visual narratives fornewsroomsand digital audiences
• Produce video edits in a variety of stylesincludingfor customer use (Newsroom Ready), as well as foronline and social mediause, and for use on AP's digital properties
• Record regular on-camera dispatches and voice-over for digital video treatments to help explaincomplexpolitical stories and give context
• Write relevant storylines andshotlistswith speed and accuracy.
• Mustbe able todemonstratea track record andability tosource, verifyand clearusergenerated content
• Exercise excellent news judgement when making editorial decisions

• ademonstrated understanding of Washington politics, strong news judgement and storytelling skills that appeal to digital audiences
• advanced-level professional competency in non-linear video editing, preferably with DaVinci Resolve, with a demonstrated ability to use visual effects and graphics to enhance storytelling, improve audience engagement and produce compelling, high-quality video content
• the ability and willingness to work a schedule normally running from 1:00pm-9:00pm ET on weekdays, and the flexibility to work other hours, including nights and weekends, when news demands.
• experience creating content for digital audiences, anda fluency in the variety ofaudienceconsumption patterns on different online platforms
• a track recordofidentifyingtrendingstoriesand producing social videos that people will want to share, like and talk about
• Experience working with and coaching reporters to appear on camera for regular, engaging dispatches and debriefs on complex and trending stories
• a history of working under deadlines and who thrives in a breaking news environment
• strong writing skills in English and can write to picture clearly and succinctly
• strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with the diverse team of journalists at the AP whooperatein all formats: text, photo, video, audio, digital/social, interactive and graphics
• a fluencyinpursuinginnovativeproductiontechniqueswhile consistentlymaintainingAP's standards for integrity and objectivity.
• a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• at least three years of full-time experience at a daily newspaper,video newsroom, online or digital news outlet, or an AP bureau or regional desk.
• authorization to work in the United States.
• advanced-level professional competency in written and spoken English.

• Professional competency in a language besides English is a plus
• Familiarity withOSINTvisual verification techniques is adistinctplus
• A proven track record of not only editing content but telling stories which can hook the viewer and break down complex issues in a non-patronizing way, while maintaining our standards and impartiality

This position is covered by The Associated Press' contract with the News Media Guild, which provides an annual salary for Class A staff of between $53,477 and $85,214 based on location and years of professional experience.

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