Create Flash-based presentations that are distributed through the AP network; work with a team of multimedia journalists to produce creative and storytelling multimedia; build infographics and other multimedia elements using audio and graphic elements; work closely with reporters and editors to spot opportunities to turn print stories into a rich multimedia experience online; combine artistic ability with technical proficiency design; work within given deadlines and complete spot news assignments in a timely manner; research news articles and write copy for interactive presentations; translate graphic headlines and chatter from English to Spanish for use in Spanish-speaking countries.
Sample projects:
• Leaning Left: A new left rises in Latin America »
• Budget Gap: States struggling over financial gaps »
• Learning Chinese: Useful words and phrases »
• Accessories: Here’s how you can tell a fake purse from a real one »
• Gaza Fuel (audio slideshow) »
• Berlin Airlift Flyers (audio slideshow) »
• Gay Marriage: Couples share their joy in California (photo slideshow) »
• Step by Step Crochet: Follow these easy steps to make your first stitch »