Lifestyle / Human Interest Producer, TODAY Show (10AM)

Company Description

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Job Description

As a Lifestyle/Human Interest Producer for TODAY with HODA & JENNA, you will be responsible for pitching, developing, and producing live and taped pieces for live, daily broadcast. This person should have an enthusiasm for identifying, booking and producing human interest and lifestyle content, including fashion, beauty and wellness. This Producer will work directly with the Senior Producers, AP’s and Researchers to bring segments to fruition, delivering top quality content while maintaining  journalistic and corporate standards. 

Responsibilities:

• Pitch, produce and write original content, primarily for broadcast, including researching, conducting interviews, writing and editing scripts, field producing and shooting, as well as overseeing editing
• Secure guest bookings in a competitive environment
• Work with Standards & Legal Team to ensure Editorial Standards of all segments

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ editorial experience working in network news or talk show production
• Experience working with a live audience
• Must be able to shoot and edit
• Strong journalistic writing skills, research skills, and editorial judgment
• Must be willing to work overtime, nights, holidays, and weekends, often with short notice
• Bachelor’s degree
• Must be willing to work in NYC
• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered

Desired Qualifications:

• Demonstrated strong knowledge and interest pop culture, news and social media trends
• A self-starter with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
• Strong storytelling ability
• Knowledge of NBC News Policies and Guidelines and Practices

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: $85,000-$150,000.

Additional Information

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