Senior Multimedia Producer
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About This Role
The National
, an IMI company, was founded in 2008 and has since set a new standard for quality English-language journalism in the Middle East.
Widely recognised as one of the most influential news outlets from the region, The National has been awarded extensively for its journalism, design, podcasts, photography and videos, while its reputation for excellence appeals to decision-makers and industry leaders.
The National is committed to delivering quality journalism to its international audiences.
Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, it has bureaux in London, Washington DC, Beirut and Cairo, in addition to 200 correspondents and a wide network of contributors worldwide, The National has developed a reputation for providing in-depth coverage of the Middle East and a window into the region from the wider world.
Publishing across all digital platforms, The National also produces a print edition five days a week in the United Arab Emirates.
Role Summary
The Senior Multimedia Producer is responsible for overseeing video and audio coverage at The National, ensuring the delivery of high-quality multimedia content that elevates the publication's profile and drives digital traffic.
This role supports the Multimedia Editor in managing the multimedia team and production flow, ensuring timely responses to editorial demands and the development of innovative multimedia storytelling.
Key Responsibilities
- Shoot and edit multimedia projects swiftly and accurately, adhering to high journalistic standards.
- Manages team rotas, including duty schedules, leave and day-off allocations.
- Oversee freelance administration, including contracts, monthly payment tracking and deliverables.
- Coordinate project schedules for producers, ensuring deadlines are met and workflows remain on track.
- Assist the Head of Multimedia by assigning the multimedia team, prioritizing tasks within a busy news cycle, and handling requests from multiple editors.
- Take responsibility for the multimedia department in the absence of the Head of Multimedia.
- Manage content received from reporters in the field, prepare, and upload multimedia content that boosts The National’s digital presence.
- Review raw footage from news agencies and prepare necessary edits as required by section heads and online editors.
- Advocate for the integration of multimedia in editorial projects, supporting The National’s digital-first approach.
- Collaborate with multimedia producers to enhance their storytelling and technical skills.
- Work with photographers to develop their multimedia capabilities.
- Suggest and evaluate new equipment and software as necessary.
- Test updates to the CMS before they go live to maintain a seamless workflow.
- Coordinate across departments to ensure the multimedia team provides an effective video service that complements each section’s needs.
- Uphold the social, cultural, and moral standards of the UAE, aligning multimedia projects with the nation’s political and strategic direction.
Role Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in digital media, journalism, Multimedia Design or a related field.
- Minimum 6 years of relevant experience, with at least 2 years in a similar role within a large or fast-paced media setup.
- Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro and DSLR cameras.
- Experience video CMS platforms
- Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus.
- Strong willingness to adopt and utilize new technologies.
- Keen attention to quality and detail in multimedia production.
- Desire to mentor and develop team members' skills.
- Excellent teamwork and collaboration abilities.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Fluency in written and spoken English
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