Writing Associate Producer MS Briefing Jen Psaki

Job Description

MS NOW is looking for a Writing Associate Producer for The Briefing with Jen Psaki.

This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.

• Write, edit, and produce vertical video content for social media platforms.
• Develop and produce original You Tube content from concept through completion.
• Generate daily and long-term original video pitches that respond to the political news cycle.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to develop new social media franchises and content formats.
• Identify compelling moments from linear programming and quickly adapt them for social media.
• Create graphics, carousels, and thumbnails for You Tube, Tik Tok, Instagram, and other digital platforms.
• Write compelling headlines, scripts, and other editorial copy.
• Develop innovative ideas to grow audience engagement and strengthen the show’s brand.
• Produce content for MS NOW’s digital platforms, social media channels, and direct‑to‑consumer (DTC) products.
• Take on additional responsibilities as business and editorial needs evolve.
• Research, write and edit MS NOW’s lower-third banner chyrons, the “front page” of MS NOW’s coverage.
• Produce other vital on‑screen content for MS NOW’s weekend programming.
• Work on content for digital platforms, social media and MS NOW’s DTC products

• Partner with producers, assignment editors, booking teams, graphics, research, digital, and technical operations to support daily broadcasts and digital coverage.
• Respond quickly and effectively to changing editorial priorities during breaking news and special-event coverage.
• Ensure all editorial content meets the highest standards of accuracy, fairness, nuance, and journalistic integrity.

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in some form of journalism required in television news, digital journalism, social media editing, producing, writing, or a comparable newsroom environment or newspaper).
• Proven experience editing and producing original digital video.
• Strong scriptwriting skills and the ability to shape stories for digital video audiences.
• Strong editorial judgment and a demonstrated commitment to accuracy and nuance.
• Ability to manage multiple original projects and priorities simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding of major social media platforms, their audiences, and platform-specific content strategies.
• Proficiency with native editing and publishing tools across social platforms.
• Strong research, writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced newsroom environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to editorial accuracy.
• Ability to comply with MS NOW Standards and Practices.
• Strong research, writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated interest in U.S. politics, current events, and breaking news.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting tight deadlines in a fast‑paced newsroom.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to editorial accuracy.

• Possess the ability to develop story ideas, research, and plan segments.
• Ability to work with graphics and video elements.
• Exceptional editorial skills:
  Ability to recognize stories with high potential for provocative, compelling television.
• Ability to develop original story ideas, conduct research, and plan segments.
• Self‑starter who works effectively both independently and as part of an integrated team.
• Strong follow‑through, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and consistently meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a deadline‑driven environment.