Senior Producer, Morning News NOW

NBCUniversal•New York, NY

1d•$125,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a Senior Producer for an overnight shift on a dynamic morning show who thrives in live news, leads with clarity in the control room, and elevates every segment with sharp editorial judgment and strong production instincts. This is a hands-on leadership role — guiding a team of Segment Producers, Associate Producers, and Production Assistants while partnering closely with the Executive Producer and Anchors to shape daily coverage. If you’re energized by building a show from the ground up, confident making high-stakes decisions under pressure, and committed to mentoring journalists, this is an opportunity to have real impact every day.

Requirements

6+ years of experience in broadcast, cable, or streaming news. Morning TV experience a plus.
At least 2+ years in a leadership role on a live daily news program
Fact-check under pressure, ensure strict adherence to journalistic standards, and handle copyright or legal & standards issues
Demonstrated experience leading in or closely alongside a live control room
Excellent and efficient writing, editing, and copy-editing skills
Strong editorial judgment and ability to make decisions quickly under pressure
Proven ability to manage multiple segments and priorities simultaneously
Confident, calm leader who communicates clearly in a breaking news situation in person and via Slack
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
Must be willing and able to work in person Monday–Friday at 30 Rock

Nice To Haves

A journalist first, with deep knowledge of national and breaking news
Strong visual sensibility and commitment to elevated production values
Experience editing video in Avid and/or Premiere
Willing and able to mentor and grow junior members of the team
A positive and infectious attitude
Collaborative and solutions-oriented in a fast-paced environment
A demonstrated commitment to building a long-term career in journalism

Responsibilities

Partner with the Executive Producer, Senior Producer and Anchors to shape the daily editorial vision and build smart, urgent shows finding the best and freshest possible angles
Oversee and elevate scripts, intros, teases, and banners to ensure clarity, authority, and consistency
Guide Segment Producers, ensuring segments are visually strong and editorially sharp
Play a key leadership role in the control room during live broadcasts, especially during breaking news
Ensure all scripts, graphics, and video meet NBC News standards for accuracy, fairness, and tone
Collaborate with colleagues across NBC to leverage reporting, bureaus, and enterprise coverage
Submit ideas for story coverage, guests and correspondents on stories breaking overnight
Spot and execute on high potential stories
Fill in for Executive Producer as needed
Oversee the long-term and day to day staffing schedule & assignments to make sure the team’s resources are being effectively used
Help troubleshoot technical problems in real time
Oversee the production, writing, and editing of occasional tape spots
Mentor and develop junior producers, fostering a culture of excellent journalism, dynamic producing, collaboration, and accountability