Video Producer, NBC News

NBCUniversal • New York, NY

15h • $90,000 - $125,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The NBC News Video and Verification unit is seeking a video producer to create video content for NBCNews.com and mobile and social platforms. The role works at the core of NBC News’s newsgathering operation in a highly collaborative environment. The producer monitors incoming feeds and NBC channels, identifies and edits newsworthy video, and prepares content for publication, live streams, simulcasts, and external partners. The position currently follows a hybrid schedule, requiring work from the office at least four days per week; the company may change in-office requirements. Candidates must provide examples of their work and may be asked to complete a writing test. The role is eligible for company-sponsored benefits. The salary range is $90,000–$125,000.

Requirements

• At least three years of experience producing and editing video for digital, social, and/or mobile platforms.
• Proficiency in nonlinear editing systems such as Avid or Premiere.
• Strong journalistic writing skills and editorial judgment.
• Familiarity with AP Style and SEO best practices.
• Experience with content management or online publishing systems.
• Strong knowledge of and interest in current events, with a superior eye for spotting compelling video.
• Experience writing fair and accurate headlines and informative captions.
• Basic photo-editing skills.
• Ability to make decisions quickly and react to newsworthy topics.
• Familiarity with analytics tools.
• Strong organizational skills and work ethic.
• Ability to take direction and work independently.
• Ability to work calmly in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments under extreme deadlines.
• Must provide examples of work; applicants may be asked to complete a writing test.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, or another discipline emphasizing storytelling and multimedia creation, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Further background in broadcast news production.
• Experience with Avid video editing.
• Knowledge of NBC News policies, guidelines, and practices.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and review incoming feeds, NBC off-air channels, and digital streaming channels, and publish relevant clips for articles, blogs, external partners, and platforms.
• Identify compelling video and newsworthy moments across incoming feeds, agencies, NBC News platforms, and other editorial sources.
• Edit user-generated videos and raw feeds, adding graphics to enhance context and reporting.
• Produce and edit video in wide and vertical formats for NBC News digital and social platforms.
• Prepare on-screen banner, locator, and identifier graphics for supplemental live streams.
• Route feeds for simulcasts, live streams, and recording purposes.
• Write headlines, captions, and on-screen graphics.
• Tag video content with editorially relevant metadata.
• Select, edit, and publish images to promote video clips.
• Resurface relevant past interviews and footage from the archives.
• Use analytics tools to inform decisions and help maximize return on investment.
• Help teams identify and address problems quickly when they arise.
• Work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, as news dictates.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A variety of other discounts and perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed