Executive Producer

Thomson Reuters

. Manage delivery of breaking news content once teams are in the field .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeNairobi • KenyaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong multimedia storytelling capabilities and editorial leadership in breaking news environments, with a focus on timely content delivery and high editorial standards. Proven ability to coordinate cross-format coverage and anticipate client needs while maintaining integrity and independence.

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Multimedia StorytellingEditorial LeadershipBreaking News CoverageCoordination SkillsNewsroom Workflows

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Hard Skills

Content ManagementEditorial JudgmentStory DevelopmentField Team DirectionResource Prioritization

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsDecision-Making Under PressureMentoring and Coaching

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsNewsroom Workflows

Industry Keywords

AfricaBreaking NewsClient NeedsEditorial StandardsReuters Trust Principles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage delivery of breaking news content once teams are in the field
Coordinate live shots, spot edits, and trunk story development across formats
Set ETAs for content and ensure timely publication to clients and platforms
Act as the final editorial link before content is published or distributed
Collaborate with Hub and Planning Editors to align coverage with editorial priorities
Maintain high editorial standards across text, video and pictures
Support cross-format integration and newsroom transformation efforts
Lead the editorial response as major stories develop, making fast decisions on priorities, resources and coverage
Bring text, video and photography together to create a stronger, more complete Reuters story
Direct field teams with clear editorial priorities and expectations as coverage evolves
Anticipate client needs and drive coverage ahead of demand
Identify opportunities to extend and deepen breaking news coverage across formats

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong knowledge of Africa, with proven experience working in hostile and challenging environments
Proven experience in multimedia storytelling and breaking news environments
Strong news judgment and ability to manage content flow under pressure
Excellent coordination and communication skills
Deep knowledge of client needs and ability to drive innovation
Familiarity with newsroom workflows and client needs across platforms
Proven ability to lead editorial teams across text, video and photography
Strong editorial judgment, with the ability to make decisions quickly under pressure
Ability to prioritize people and resources around the stories that matter most
Commitment to Reuters Trust Principles of independence, integrity, and freedom from bias
Preferred: Experience in video leadership or cross-format editorial roles
Preferred: Familiarity with AI tools and their application in newsroom workflows
Preferred: Proven track record leading coverage of major breaking news, elections, conflicts, disasters or other complex events
Preferred: Demonstrated ability to direct field teams and coordinate coverage across multiple bureaux
Preferred: Strong record of mentoring and coaching journalists and producers in a high-pressure newsroom
Preferred: Technical understanding of new workflows and tools that improve the speed, quality and impact of news delivery

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global career and progression opportunities
On-the-job learning and coaching
Dedicated training team focused on continuous development
Competitive salary packages
Market-leading benefits
Paid volunteering days
Opportunity to work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists
Flexible work environments