TMZ

TMZ Sports is looking for an experienced, motivated Producer to join our news operation. The ideal candidate is someone with an interest in sports and pop culture who can report and write web posts multiple times a day on a deadline. The candidate will be responsible for pitching and pursuing original story ideas daily, contacting sources, finding assets (photos, videos) and ultimately submitting for publication. In addition, the role also requires a basic knowledge of the legal system, and the ability to access information and/or records through police departments and courts. This position is based out of Playa Vista, CA.

Responsibilities

• Write stories for TMZSports.com
• Ability to navigate sports and entertainment news, analyze content, and recognize relevant stories
• Maintain current/develop new contacts to aid in the news-gathering process
• Request legal documents and maintain records
• Stay up to date with trending national and international news
• Generate original news angles

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience working in a newsroom environment as writer or reporter
• Professional skills required to develop sources, pursue and write stories, and break news
• A genuine interest in, and knowledge of sports, pop culture and news
• Basic knowledge of court proceedings, criminal and civil, and ability to obtain documents and information
• Ability to enterprise news stories
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong writing skills
• Strong attention to detail

“Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $70,200 – $78,000 annually”.

TMZ is a workplace that requires the COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. Requested accommodations/exceptions will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis in accordance with law.

TMZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TMZ

TMZ is seeking a Digital Video Producer to join a growing team in the production of short-form video content for its various distribution channels. This includes producing content aligned with breaking news stories, developing new and innovative video ideas aligned with the TMZ brand, and contributing to the creative content role across TMZ’s social platforms. This position is based in Playa Vista, CA.

Responsibilities:

• Produce and edit daily shows for Snapchat, Tik-Tok, YouTube, and Instagram
• Utilize analytics to review trends and produce for upcoming shows
• Assist with production of breaking news videos that accompany editorial
• Manage the video production cycle through production, post production and publishing
• Work with key departments to plan and execute production of daily video needs
• Confidently pitch and present new video ideas, syndication strategy, and identify and develop new programming opportunities

Requirements:

• 3+ years’ experience creating and editing original video content
• Adept at YouTube development, optimization, and overall channel management and growth
• Experience using social platforms such as Snapchat and TikTok
• Solid knowledge of celebrity and pop culture
• Fluent with Adobe Creative Suite and proficient with After Effects
• Experience with script writing and storyboarding is a plus
• Demonstrated self-starter, team oriented and possesses the ability to thrive in a fast paced newsroom
• Boundless energy and a great attitude

“Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $65,000 – $71,000 annually”.

TMZ is a workplace that requires the COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. Requested accommodations/exceptions will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis in accordance with law.

TMZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TMZ

TMZ is seeking a Digital Video Associate Producer to join a growing team in the production of short-form video content for its various distribution channels. This includes producing content aligned with breaking news stories, developing new and innovative video ideas aligned with the TMZ brand, and contributing to the creative content role across TMZ’s social platforms. This position is based in Playa Vista, CA.

Responsibilities:

• Produce and edit daily shows for TMZ’s social platforms
• Assist with production of breaking news videos that accompany editorial
• Work with key departments to plan and execute production of daily video needs
• Confidently pitch and present ideas to the team

Requirements:

• Experience creating original video content
• Solid knowledge of celebrity and pop culture
• Knowledgeable with Adobe Creative Suite and proficient with After Effects
• Self-starter, team oriented and eager to grow in a fast paced newsroom
• Boundless energy and a great attitude

“Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $54,000 – $58,500 annually”.

TMZ is a workplace that requires the COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. Requested accommodations/exceptions will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis in accordance with law.

TMZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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