Description

As Associate Producer you will support the production of Criminally Obsessed's daily true crime vodcast. This role is hands-on and detail-oriented, blending investigative research, asset management, production support, and social-forward execution.

About Criminally Obsessed: Powered by a network of 1,400 reporters, Criminally Obsessed is first on the scene at the true crime cases people are obsessing over. From social-first content to long-form documentaries, our team of producers and editors are passionate about telling the stories that matter and reach millions of viewers daily across all our social media and digital platforms in their quest to find the truth behind today's biggest crimes.

You will work closely with the host, producer, executive producer, and editor to help bring episodes from concept to delivery, ensuring stories are well-researched, factual, visually compelling, and engaging for our audience. This is an ideal role for a highly organized self-starter with strong true crime instincts and growing production skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Research & Editorial Support

• Research daily true crime stories using court filings, police reports, FOIA requests, and Sinclair news sources
• File, track, and manage FOIA requests with law enforcement agencies, courts, and government entities
• Pull, and organize production assets including video clips, photos, documents, audio, and legal records
• Assist Producer and host with background research, timelines, and case briefs
• Monitor breaking news and case developments and flag timely updates

Production & Studio Support

• Assist host during recordings, including show prep, notes, timing, and on-set support
• Support production setup and execution, including webcam configuration, lighting, shot framing, staging, and basic audio setup
• Ensure production quality meets standards for daily digital publishing
• Assist with editing workflows as needed, including rough cuts, visual asset prep and short-form social cuts

Post-Production & Packaging

• Create compelling thumbnails aligned with Criminally Obsessed brand standards and optimized for CTR
• Assist in identifying standout moments for social clips
• Create social cuts optimized for YouTube Shorts, TikTok, Instagram Reels, and other vertical platforms
• Partner with editor, EP and content manager to ensure clips reinforce brand

Workflow & Operations

• Maintain organized logs for assets, FOIA requests, research notes, and production materials
• Coordinate closely with Producer and editorial team to meet daily deadlines
• Adapt quickly to shifting timelines, breaking news, or evolving editorial direction
• Apply ethical and legal best practices in true crime reporting, including attribution and sensitivity

Standard for all positions

• This role requires occasional travel, approximately 10-20%, to attend conferences, training, or on-site content coverage.

• Physical Requirement: Must be able to safely lift, carry, and maneuver equipment/gear weighing up to 25 pounds, following proper safety protocols.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in digital media, journalism, podcasting, or video production
• Strong research and fact-checking skills, including public records and court documents
• Familiarity with FOIA processes and investigative research
• Working knowledge of video production fundamentals (webcam, lighting, framing, staging)
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro and Photoshop required)
• Experience creating thumbnails and short-form social video
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven daily production environment
• Passion for true crime storytelling and ethical journalism
• Familiarity with Criminally Obsessed's tone, audience, and platforms a plus

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.