Producer/Editor, NBC News NOW

NBCUniversal•New York, NY

1d•$110,000 - $125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Get in touch if you’re an experienced Producer/Editor who writes compelling copy, has editorial depth, a strong visual sensibility and loves collaborating on a team. Must be able to roll with breaking news, adapt to last minute rundown changes and write copy free of errors under tight deadlines. If you love the rush of a newsroom when everything is happening, this is the show for you. This position is represented by the NewsGuild-CWA

Requirements

You have a Bachelor’s degree
You’ve been working in broadcast, digital or cable for 5+ years with experience in the field
You’re a journalist who is not afraid to pick up the phone and conduct original reporting
You’ve got big ideas along with the journalistic writing and research skills to bring them to life
You are able to successfully complete work under tight deadlines while working collaboratively
You’ve got thorough knowledge of current events, U.S. politics, and pop culture
You live for the moments when news is breaking and time to air is short
When the news cycle calls you answer, even on weekends or late nights or after you’ve already put in a long day
You are willing to work in New York, New York and travel as needed

Responsibilities

Pitch the most relevant, timely and compelling ideas for day-of and future segments
Shoot, script & edit original videos
Work closely with correspondents to develop and execute strong visual stories with clear narratives and well-researched journalism
Work in the show rundown to build segments and write intros to packages / other taped elements
Edit on AVID and Adobe Premiere, being able to find the best video and sound for assigned stories
Order graphics through template-based graphics systems and graphics team
Find and book new and engaging guests for live and taped segments; conduct pre-interviews
Comfortable shooting in the field on DSLR and full frame cameras, while also able to produce stories from a desk using remote interviews and video material on hand
Multi-task and juggle producing multiple stories for regular and breaking-news programming
Quality check all video content
Keep Senior Producers and the EP up to date with daily news development of assigned stories
Collaborate with multiple show teams and day parts across NBC News Now and the network

Benefits

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. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

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