Associate Producer, Specials Unit
About The Position
CNBC is seeking an Associate Producer to join its Specials Unit — a dynamic team dedicated to enterprise premium, long-form taped productions and high-impact special projects across the network. This role is ideal for an AP who thrives on deep storytelling, complex editorial builds, and collaborative, cross-platform execution. The Associate Producer will work closely with senior field producers, supervising producers, correspondents, editors, and production teams to develop, research, and execute long-form storytelling, investigative pieces, franchise specials, and tentpole projects. The position requires strong editorial judgment, organizational precision, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in television news, documentary production, or long-form storytelling
- Strong writing and editorial skills with attention to accuracy and detail
- Experience working on taped pieces or special projects preferred
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
- Strong communication skills and comfort working with senior executives and high-profile guests
- Knowledge of business news and financial markets is a plus
Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth research and pre-interviews to support long-form specials and documentary projects
- Develop scripts, story outlines, research packets, and production materials
- Coordinate shoots, book guests, secure assets, and manage logistics for taped productions
- Collaborate with digital, social, and marketing teams to extend the reach of special projects
- Track budgets, timelines, and deliverables to ensure projects stay on schedule
- Assist in post-production, including script revisions, graphics coordination, fact-checking, and compliance
Benefits
- Sweat it out -- Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, plus daily group classes
- Eat up -- Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars
- Extras --Don’t have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City
- This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
