Associate Producer - Washington DC

Language: English: Native Level, Japanese: Business Level

Overview:

The Japanese TV company has an opening in its Washington DC bureau for the Associate Producer position.

This entry-level position is a fantastic opportunity for those who are early in their careers.

Responsibilities:

1. Daily coverage of US news
2. Monitoring breaking US/international news
3. Attendance at press briefings, policy speeches and think tank events around Washington
4. Covering 2024 presidential elections
5. Arranging all logistics for trips and being able to drive for camera crew
6. Researching for feature news stories

Qualifications:

1. Energetic and have excellent communication and organizational skills
2. Interested in US and world news
3. Not 9 to 5 job; be prepared to work nights and weekends as needed
4. A team player who will do their very best to assist our correspondents, and who are capable of bridging the different cultures between American and Japan
5. Interest in Japan is required
6. Some experience in a newsroom is a plus but not required

The typical salary starts at $45,000 a year, but it can vary based on several factors. This TV company is one of the largest networks in Asia with over 100 million viewers worldwide, including in the US.