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Reason is the monthly magazine of “free minds and free markets.” Founded in 1968, the magazine covers politics, culture, and ideas through a provocative mix of news, analysis, commentary, and reviews. Reason and Reason.com provide a refreshing alternative to right-wing and left-wing outlets by making a principled case for liberty and individual choice in all areas of human activity.

About the Role

Reason is seeking a Producer for Free Media, a YouTube show and newsletter brought to you by Robby Soave and guest co-hosts Amber Duke, Niall Stanage, and Andrew Heaton. Responsibilities include generating content ideas based on the current news cycle, writing scripts, managing live recordings, editing segments, and preparing the segments for release. The ideal candidate is a news junkie with an interest in video and/or cable news production, a familiarity with Reason’s mission, and an appreciation for the libertarian worldview. 

This is an in-person position based out of our office and studio in Washington, D.C., and reports to the Managing Editor of Video and Podcasts Natalie Dowzicky. 

About the Fellowship

The fellowship is a year-long, full-time, paid position with benefits and a great opportunity for entry-level or early-career talent. The experience will give you a chance to explore and promote the principles of individual liberty, free markets, and the rule of law while building your resume and learning from seasoned professionals who share your passion for free minds and free markets. Past fellows have remained with Reason in a permanent capacity or moved on to other opportunities in our network.

Responsibilities

  • Closely follow the news cycle to generate content ideas and topics
  • Collaborate on the strategic vision of the show as part of the emerging alternative media landscape
  • Ensure topics are relevant and engaging, and can be understood by Reason’s audience
  • Scriptwriting
  • Edit segments in a timely fashion for release within 24 hours
  • Manage live recordings three times per week
  • Provide creative direction during filming

Qualifications

  • Experience in video and/or cable news production, TV broadcasting, or an equivalent field
  • Knowledge of the news cycle
  • Ability to collaborate and communicate well with others
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Experience booking talent
  • The ability to do simple editing in Adobe Premiere is preferred but not required

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following materials in one PDF document: 

  • A cover letter detailing your alignment with Reason’s mission, your interest in the position, and how your experience has prepared you for this role
  • Resume 
  • Portfolios or clips are useful, but not required

Applications should be submitted to https://reason.org/jobs-apply/. 

Any questions can be directed to Talent Manager Lydia Ocampo: lydia.ocampo@reason.org. 

While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.