Associate Producer, Weekend Nightly News

Company Description

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Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

Th Associate Producer role at Nightly News Weekend is a premiere role to help TV journalists take their careers to the next level. It not only offers training on the key building blocks of television news producing, and exposure to key parts of the larger news organization, it also allows the opportunity to produce pieces from beginning to end. The role offers the chance for Associate Producers to gain all the skills – and a reel – to power their career forward on whatever path they choose.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with all aspects of production, from editing VO’s for the broadcast, to coordinating graphics, to pulling elements and researching
• Aid producers and senior producers in the development of stories – booking, pre-interviewing, and element-gathering
• Pitch and Produce: AP’s on Nightly News Weekend are expected to pitch stories and then develop, produce, and sometimes write the pieces for air on the broadcast

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of editorial experience working in production at the network or cable level, preferably with evening television
• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience
• Proficient in Outlook and iNews
• Willing and able to travel and work flexible hours (i.e. overtime, nights, holidays, weekends) under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news; must be able to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift with little or no notice, if needed
• Shooting and desktop editing skills, as well as preliminary package producing skills required
• Willing to work in NYC
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Desired Characteristics:

• DV shooting experience
• Knowledge of non-linear editing systems including Avid
• Demonstrated strong knowledge and interest in news and current events 
• Strong journalistic writing and research skills, as well as editorial judgment
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of NBC News Policies and Guidelines and Practices

Additional Job Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

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. Salary range: $65,000 - $80,000

Additional Information

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individ