Description & Requirements
The energy of a newsroom. The buzz of a tech breakthrough. We work hard and fast - while keeping up the creativity and entrepreneurship we're known for. It's what keeps us inventing and reinventing all the time. Bloomberg LP has built a significant media business across digital, magazine, radio, television, and live event platforms worldwide. In the midst of a historic time in the media industry, Bloomberg Media is growing its global footprint and reach through new innovations, from Originals to New Economy.
Bloomberg Originals is seeking a Senior Story Producer whose primary focus is generating fresh, innovative concepts and identifying compelling stories for series. This role supports the Bloomberg Originals Unscripted team and requires a deep understanding of the content landscape. Strong leadership skills are essential. You have an understanding of global market trends and the ability to identify content opportunities. As the Senior Story Producer, you will build on the current programming strategy and ensure a consistent flow of original and innovative ideas while managing a robust pipeline of current creative concepts. Candidates should be able to spot content gaps and be aware of emerging trends.
We'll trust you to:
- Actively seek content inspiration from various sources, including articles, books, internal reporting, and data studies
- Build high-quality visual materials and compelling story outlines to convey the tone and look of a potential series
- Oversee multiple projects at various stages of development
- Manage a team of story producers, editors, coordinators, and directors of photography
- Research and engage potential on-screen talent. Build strong relationships with agents, managers, network executives, and internal and external talent
- Play a pivotal role in shaping the creative vision and ensuring the successful creation of new content across various formats
You'll need you to have:
- 7+ years experience in unscripted/documentary television development and production
- Ability to work well in a team environment and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners and vendors
- Strong organizational and communication skills to ensure all necessary parties are kept up to date
- Able to take direction, working independently and collaboratively with a team of story producers, editors, coordinators, and director of photography
- Deep research and writing skills and a solid understanding of what makes a compelling story
- Experience working with talent. Able to produce and direct talent for studio and field shoots
We'd love to see:
- Experience in both short and long-form narrative formats, including digital content
- Fundamental production knowledge, including cameras, lighting, audio, and editing software
If this sounds like you:
Apply if you think we're a good match. We'll get in touch to let you know what the next steps are, but in the meantime feel free to have a look at this: https://www.bloomberg.com/professional