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The Associated Press seeks a multiplatformvideoproducer witha solidtrack recordof video storytelling toproducedailyvideoin the U.S. East Coast afternoon and evening hours.This newsgathering position is based in Washington, D.C.Thisspecializedrolewithin the bureauiskeytoour coverage oftheWhiteHouse,Congressand politics, delivering content tailored fornewsrooms anddigital platforms.In thisrole, you willworkcloselywithother staffers inthe bureauandcoordinatewith the global video production teamto deliver engaging journalism that serves our customers and helps grow AP’s audience.This roleiscrucial inmaintainingAP’s reputation and producingpremiumvideoson 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 treatmentsto help explaincomplexpolitical stories and givecontext

Write relevant storylines andshotlistswith speed and accuracy.

Mustbe able todemonstratea track recordandability 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-levelprofessional 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

theability 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 thevariety ofaudienceconsumption patterns ondifferent online platforms

a track recordofidentifyingtrendingstoriesand producingsocial videosthat 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 deadlinesand whothrives in a breaking news environment

strong writing skills in English and can write to picture clearly and succinctly

strong communicationskills 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, whichprovides oan annual salary for Class A staff of between $53,477 and $85,214 based on location and years of professional experience.Compensation iscontingenton a job candidate’s skills,qualificationsand market location. Employees are eligible toparticipate, according to the terms of the official plan documents, in a 401(k) plan and employer-sponsored health insuranceplan, and are eligible for paid time off and holidaysin accordance withAP policy.

The Associated Press offers comprehensive benefits which include:

• Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Paid parental leave for any new parent
• Mental health resources

Application deadline is September 7, 2026 at 11:59 P.M. ET.

AP seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a veteran, or other characteristic protected by law.