Freelance Desk Producer - Contract Location New York Business Area News and Media Ref # 10045045 **Description & Requirements** Bloomberg News is one of the biggest financial and business news organizations in the world. We lead the way in breaking news and providing analysis on financial markets, from intraday coverage through in-depth features. We are known for our quality, accuracy and ability to deliver news investors can use. It's what keeps us inventing and re-inventing, all the time. Bloomberg Television is seeking a freelance Desk Producer to join the US broadcast news desk from our headquarters in New York. This is a fast-paced, news-driven role suited for a journalist who thrives on tight deadlines, collaboration, and has sharp editorial judgment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in coordinating live hits, turning newsworthy sound from interviews and events, and ensuring timely and compelling content delivery across Bloomberg’s TV, Radio and multimedia platforms. You’ll work hand-in-hand with field crews, producers, and reporters to respond to breaking news, business developments, and major global events. You’ll bring a deep interest in business, economics and geopolitics, with the ability to spot what matters—and act quickly. You’ll also be someone who enjoys building strong working relationships across teams, and who thrives balancing multiple priorities under pressure. We'll trust you to: + Coordinate daily newsgathering efforts, liaising with bureaus, field crews, and reporters to line up live hits and coordinating rolling coverage + Cut newsworthy soundbites and segments from live interviews, press conferences, panels and events, quickly and with editorial accuracy + Make editorial decisions in real time, helping shape our on-air narrative and content + Collaborate closely with Bloomberg’s producers, anchors, correspondents, and the wider editorial team to prioritize the right coverage + Maintain a strong awareness of market-moving news and political and economic developments across the Americas You’ll need to have: + 3–5+ years of experience in broadcast journalism, news desk production, or digital video production + Excellent editorial judgment with a track record of responding effectively to breaking news + A collaborative approach and excellent interpersonal and communication skills + Flexibility to work early shifts as needed + A solid grasp of European business, politics, and financial markets + Experience using video editing systems to cut and turn around fast-moving content is a bonus Salary Range = 65 - 75 USD Hourly The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns. Bloomberg is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, parental or caring status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or parental leave, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Bloomberg is a disability inclusive employer. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made for the recruitment process. If you would prefer to discuss this confidentially, please email amer_recruit@bloomberg.net