Senior Producer, NBC News NOW (10a–12p Live Show)
About The Position
NBC News NOW is launching a new live two-hour show airing 10a–noon, and we’re looking for a strong editorial leader to help define its voice, pace, and ambition from day one. We’re looking for a Senior Producer 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 at launch.
Requirements
- 6+ years of experience in broadcast, cable, or streaming news
- At least 2+ years in a leadership role on a live daily news program
- Demonstrated experience leading in or closely alongside a live control room
- Excellent 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 and decisively
- 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
- 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 and Anchors to shape the daily editorial vision and build smart, urgent rundowns
- Lead the team through daily editorial meetings, refining pitches and identifying the strongest angles for coverage
- Oversee and elevate scripts, intros, teases, and banners to ensure clarity, authority, and consistency
- Guide Segment Producers from pitch to air, 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
- Fill in for Executive Producer as needed
- Mentor and develop junior producers, fostering a culture of excellent journalism, dynamic producing, collaboration and accountability
Benefits
- This position is eligible for company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and additional discounts and perks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
