Senior Producer, Breaking News Specials (Weekend)

NBCUniversal • New York, NY

2d • $125,000 - $170,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The NBC News Breaking News Specials team seeks a seasoned Senior Producer to drive our weekend breaking-news coverage and contribute to Specials/Nightly News. You will lead editorial and operational execution when news breaks, ensuring broadcasts are fast, accurate, and compelling.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 years in broadcast or cable news production, including 3 years on breaking-news or live-event teams
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent newsroom experience
• Proven track record of rapid, accurate editorial judgment under deadline pressure
• Expertise in control-room operations from rundown creation through final sign-off
• Proficiency with automated control-room systems and rundown tools—or clear aptitude to learn them quickly
• Flexibility to work overnights, weekends, and be on call for urgent breaking events
• Willingness and ability to work in person at 30 Rock five days a week (Friday–Tuesday)
• Willingness and ability to backfill the Overnight Weekend Senior in person at 30 Rock approx. five weekends a year

Nice To Haves

• A calm, decisive leader who thrives in high-pressure breaking-news situations
• Collaborative mentor dedicated to developing emerging talent
• A clear, concise communicator, both in writing and on-air direction
• Exceptional editorial judgment and the ability to steer a team through chaotic live events

Responsibilities

• Lead live breaking-news coverage during major events
• Coordinate with control-room staff, on-air talent, and field reporters
• Make split-second editorial decisions that uphold accuracy and clarity
• Serve as the primary editorial lead for Saturday and Sunday coverage for NBC News Specials and NOW
• Contribute to Specials/Nightly News on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
• Collaborate with the Specials team on major-event planning and execution
• Partner with technical, graphics, audio, and talent departments to maintain top-tier production quality
• Produce live cut-ins, special segments, and additional content as needed

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees