Arabic Editorial Jobs in TV and Radio

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Arabic Editorial Jobs

Editorial Shift Editors
Quality Control Editors
News Writers and Editors

Position
    Editorial Shift Editor

Global Radio Network

United States Based Arabic News Network
Location Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia area - USA
Compensation $65,000 to $91,000 with excellent benefits
Primary Function Provide balanced, accurate, objective news and information in my
capacity as a radio news editor. Evaluate program quality and
performance and provide on-the-job training for broadcasters in radio
skills and journalistic principles and practices.
Duties Coordinate fully with the Vice President of News on all matters
affecting the coverage and broadcast of news and special events as
well as personnel matters affecting the news team being supervised.
Develop, organize and implement plans of Netowk news for special-
target audiences and localized programming for assigned stream when
the timing is appropriate.
 
Filcro Media Exercise sound editorial judgment in all matters affecting news and
programs broadcast by the Radio Network.
Identify leading stories for the day and coordinate coverage of these
stories with correspondents and team members.
Draft and edit Arabic-language news scripts, checking copy for
accuracy, suitability for broadcast, style, and correct grammar.
Integrate the use of sound effects and audio cuts that are most
pertinent and interesting to enhance the quality and appeal of the final
production.
Assign tasks to team members. Prepare a daily schedule of voicing
assignments for team members approved by the Vice President of
News to do on-air voicing. Edit correspondents’ reports.
Participate in live newscasts, pre-recorded segments, and in-studio
coverage of special events, such as presidential speeches, elections
and other events that the Vice President of News decides should be
covered.
Using proper interview techniques, conduct radio interviews in Arabic
and English with a range of sources involved in political, economic,
scientific, cultural, and other activities. Identify persons to interview
and issues to cover to ensure a balanced program.
Identify strengths and weaknesses of team members, helping each of
them develop skills to improve the quality of performance and better
serve the broadcasts and the Radio Network’s goals. Provide periodic
feed back and recommendations to the Vice President of News.
Continually expand contact lists and networks of news makers and
experts used as sources for information and original news stories.
Research topics of interest and closely follow political, economic,
military and cultural developments affecting the broadcast region,
including the evolution of U.S. and international policies.
Master the various pieces of technical equipment, including computers,
Dalet, FTP, and studio equipment, used in the performance of duties.
Monitor regional and international media outlets for analysis and

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assessment, as well as exposure to developments in broadcast

practices and up-to-date technology.

Required

Bachelors degree in journalism or broadcast journalism

Excellent Arabic writing skills.
Must be fluent in Classical Arabic and have sufficient English
language skills
Strong news judgment and organizational skills.
Good creative and editorial judgment. Mastery of journalistic ethics and
libel laws.
Knowledge of story development and reporting in a clear, concise and
accurate manner.
Superior story writing and storytelling ability with ability to write clear
and concise news stories that display strong attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize and make quick decisions that reflect self-discipline
and time-management skills.
Ability to demonstrate discretion, maturity and composure especially
under pressure.
Inquisitive and self directed.
Proficient with Internet, database and computer assisted reporting
techniques.
Able to work effectively with all levels of management and staff in a
professional manner.
Accommodate flexible hours including nights, weekends, holidays and
irregular hours at a moments notice.

Contact
Filcro Media Staffing
Middle East Radio Broadcasting Group
Director Radio News Recruitment 
521 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10175-1801

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To Apply:

Please include a resume in English w/ dates of employment

Place the words " Editorial Shift Manager " in the subject line,
followed by a space and your name.
Use this email link to submit your resume
Resumes in Microsoft Word, PDF or Text in PC format

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Position

     Quality Control Editor

United States Based Global TV News Organization

Location Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia area - USA
Compensation to $91,000 with excellent benefits
Primary Function

The Quality Control Editor is responsible for ensuring the quality of network news
broadcasts. The Quality Control Editor reviews (and, where necessary, edits)
scripts, packages, and reports to ensure that The Networks journalistic standards
are consistently met. Reports are reviewed by the Quality Control Editor for:
accuracy and newsworthiness of material, balance consistent with the mission
and goals of The Networks, and use of appropriate language, syntax, and
grammar. The Quality Control Editor works closely with writers, producers and
correspondents and provides feedback to enhance the overall quality of news
programs. S/he provides leadership, direction, training, and motivation to
newsroom personnel so as to improve program quality and maximize
productivity.

Duties Review, modify and approve scripts and copy before air, working closely
with writers, correspondents, producers and senior producers.
Oversee editing of news stories.
Provide feedback to correspondents and anchors on their delivery.
Provide regular reports to the VP for Network News on the quality of The
Network’s news broadcasts and editorial processes; alert the VP to any
issues for resolution.
Assess staff skills and work with individual staff members as necessary to
develop their skills and strengthen the quality of The Network’s news
broadcasts. Follow-up as necessary with individuals to track progress.
Measure and monitor the quality of The Network’s news writing; provide
regular reports to the VP for Network News.
Watch and analyze newscasts; check for political and cultural sensitivities,
contextual, grammatical and typographical errors, and other mistakes or
substance or form.
Follow political, economic, military and cultural developments affecting the
broadcast region, including the evolution of US and international policies.
The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties and take on
other responsibilities as dictated by events and circumstances.

Required Bachelor's degree in journalism or broadcast journalism preferred.

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10+ years experience producing television newscasts or significant senior

editorial and leadership positions at a major daily newspaper.
Extensive knowledge of the geo-political, socio-economical and cultural
issues of the Middle East; extensive knowledge of the relationship of the
Middle East with the international community.
Must be fluent in Classical Arabic and have sufficient English language
skills
Ability to thrive in an environment requiring teamwork.
Excellent writing skills and solid news judgment.
Ability to work under intense deadline pressure.
Self-disciplined; skilled at time-management.
Sound editorial and creative judgment.
Must be able to accommodate flexible work schedule to support 24/7
news environment including overnight coverage.

Contact
Filcro Media Staffing
International Television Group
Director Editorial Recruitment
521 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10175-1801

Resume email - resume submission guidelines - please read

To Apply:

Please include a resume in English w/ dates of employment

Place the words " Quality Control Editor" in the subject line, followed by
a space and your name.
Use this email link to submit your resume
Resumes in Microsoft Word, PDF or Text in PC format

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Position

     News Writer - Television

United States Based Global TV News Organization

Location Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia area - USA
Compensation to $75,000 with excellent benefits
Primary Function
News writers are responsible for writing scripts for news broadcasts.  The News
writer translates material from English into Arabic.  The incumbent works closely
with editorial personnel.

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Duties Develop and write news stories in classical Arabic with clarity, accuracy
and balance.
Monitor English and Arabic news feeds.
Perform under deadline pressure.
Complete writing assignments for summaries, news programs, news
packages, live events and features following generally accepted news
writing style and format.
Re-write/translate wire copy, stories for the newscast, teases and
packages.
Maintain knowledge of current International and US events.
Conduct on-line research for difficult story assignments.
Work closely with anchors, reporters and producers to support daily
newscasts.
Assist producers, up to and including line producing, as requested.
The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties and take on
other responsibilities as dictated by events and circumstances.
Work is often performed in a fast paced environment

Required Bachelors degree (Journalism or Broadcast Journalism is preferred).

3 years professional writing experience (experience writing international
news preferred)
Must be fluent in Classical Arabic and have sufficient English
language skills.
Experience with digital news broadcasting.
Strong attention to detail.
Able to work effectively with all levels of management.
Strong computer and database skills.
Exercise self-discipline and time-management skills.
Must be able to accommodate flexible work schedule to support 24/7
news environment.  This may require overnight coverage.

Contact
Filcro Media Staffing
International Television Group
Director Editorial Recruitment
521 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10175-1801

Resume email - resume submission guidelines - please read

To Apply:

Please include a resume in English w/ dates of employment

Place the words " News Writer " in the subject line, followed by a space
and your name.
Use this email link to submit your resume
Resumes in Microsoft Word, PDF or Text in PC format

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