Producer, NBC & Telemundo Miami

NBCUniversal•Miramar, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Duopoly Producer's primary responsibilities are to produce, organize and coordinate all elements involved in creating and producing a fast-paced live daily lifestyle broadcast in Miramar, Fl. This individual will work closely with the lifestyle programming Executive Producer, Sr. Producer, Associate Producer, Booking Producer, Hosts, Reporters and Photog/Editor. They must be a team leader with the ability to bring everyone together for a common goal, while leading with respect and integrity. They must have a comprehensive understanding of television and digital production, with outstanding bilingual (English/Spanish) written and verbal communication skills. The ideal candidate must also have connections and networking skills, knowledge of editing systems, camera operation and experience backtiming a show from control room during live broadcast. They must also have the ability to write copy, edit video, produce and gather content under heavy deadline pressure, without compromising accuracy or credibility. Must be willing to react to last minute changes and adjust rundown accordingly, contribute story ideas daily, create graphics, assign & edit copy, produce other lifestyle shows & specials, communicate and collaborate with the news department and help with news coverage and breaking news when needed.

Requirements

Degree in Broadcasting, Journalism or related field
Minimum of 5 years’ experience producing in a broadcast or cable news environment
English & Spanish language proficiency (reading and writing)
Able to work a Flexible Schedule and shifts including evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays
Must be willing to work in Miramar, FL
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be 18 years or older
Knowledge and understanding of various media platforms, including broadcast, web, social and OTT
Curate and upload content for OTT platforms / digital properties
Experience as an entertainment or news producer in a major market for television.
Must be willing to fill the role of associate producer on an as-needed or scheduled basis
Experience utilizing social media as a news gathering/reporting tool

Nice To Haves

Exceptional editorial skills: ability to recognize stories with high potential for provocative, compelling television
Knowledge of current events, community, lifestyle and pop culture
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Strong analytical skills
Exemplary interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with other lifestyle shows, news, across functions and levels
Proactive thinker / self-starter with ability to work with minimum supervision
Team player who is flexible, and displays a positive work
High degree of integrity and professionalism
Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines under pressure

Responsibilities

Work with the NBC6/Telemundo51 duopoly lifestyle production team to produce South Florida Live, Miami/Ft. Lauderdale's live daily lifestyle, entertainment and community show.
Collaborate with, contribute to, help produce and/or oversee production of additional lifestyle programs such as Acceso Total and Conectados Con Daisy.
Fill in as producer or associate producer for other lifestyle shows, duopoly specials, news and breaking news as needed.
Sort through hundreds of e-mails and pitches daily to determine best interviews to book and stories to package that align with show’s brand/audience.
Manage the show's production calendar for easy tracking, collaboration and execution.
Seek and cultivate stories by working closely with booking producer to approve booking of quality interview guests daily, gathering elements (video and graphics) for packaged stories as well as staying on top of relevant and timely daily show headlines/content.
Manage content creation across web and social media platforms, identifying growth opportunities to boost followers and maintain an accurate, regularly updated website.
Determine graphic elements necessary to enhance story, request these through the system providing clear direction to art department for best results.
Pitch, select, coordinate, and produce live on-location shows and special projects/initiatives of the show.
Research story ideas that are evergreen in nature, to build up a bank of pre-produced and evergreen content.
Recognize potential stories and plan ahead working closely with Executive Producer and Sr. Producer to keep the shows fresh, engaging and increase ratings and revenue opportunities.
Build the rundowns and work ahead daily as well as write headlines and promo teases.
Work closely with the sales integration producer to coordinate sponsored segments, as well as pitch segment ideas that can be sponsored.
Work with editors daily to ensure show deadlines are met, including executing editing projects in advance and provide detailed edit notes.
Cut show daily and work with digital producers to upload content and assure website is up to date.
Keep news and digital departments informed about shows projects including those that will work across multiple platforms and prioritized symphony projects.
Fill in/Assist news department during breaking news/hurricanes/holidays, as needed.