Supervising Producer, TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle

NBCUniversal • New York, NY

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

NBC News is seeking a Supervising Producer to join TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle. PLEASE NOTE: This is a project-based position with an estimated duration of 6 months, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables are completed.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in editorial and show production at the network level, preferably with daytime television
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of experience
• Demonstrate strong knowledge and interest in news and current events
• Must have strong writing skills, research skills and editorial judgment
• Must be willing to work in NYC
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news
• Knowledge of NBC News Policies and Guidelines and Practices

Nice To Haves

• Exceptional editorial skills
• Expertise in reviewing, editing, and clearing cut spots for broadcast
• Passionate about human-interest storytelling and lifestyle content
• Possess ability to develop story ideas, research and plan segments
• Excellent interpersonal skills and storytelling ability
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
• Team player with a desire to mentor journalists

Responsibilities

• Lead the sourcing and booking of lifestyle and human-interest stories, including relationships, wellness, parenting, pop culture, food, travel, and viral trends
• Review, edit and sign-off on scripts; serve as the primary approver of cut spots
• Oversee day to day show content for all lifestyle and human-interest segments including concept, production elements and script approvals.
• Organize brainstorm sessions and evaluate pitches
• Oversee and maintain the daily guest schedule, ensuring editorial balance
• Oversee editorial content for commerce and integrated sales segments
• Identify and develop stories with an eye toward future trends
• Manage a team of producers, associate producers and researchers
• Serve as leader/mentor in the newsroom

Benefits

• Eligible for 401K after 1,000 hours worked in 12 consecutive months
• Eligible for Health and Welfare benefits on 1st day of employment
• Eligible to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program after 90 days of employment

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level