Sr. Political Producer

Company Description

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Job Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Political Producer to join our dynamic news production team. As a Senior Political Producer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our political news coverage. You will be responsible for planning, developing, and producing a wide range of political content, from in-depth investigative reports to live coverage of key political events. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of political issues, strong storytelling skills, and a passion for delivering news that matters. The Senior Producer will execute and oversee our weekly political public affairs show.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Political Coverage: Lead the production of political news stories and segments, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and impartiality in reporting.
2. Research and Analysis: Stay up-to-date with political developments at local, national, and international levels. Conduct in-depth research to provide context and background information for news stories.
3. Content Planning: Collaborate with the editorial team to plan and execute political news coverage strategies, including special features, election coverage, and interviews with key political figures.
4. Story Development: Develop compelling story ideas, angles, and formats to engage and inform the audience.
5. Coordination: Work closely with reporters, correspondents, and news anchors to coordinate political news coverage, ensuring smooth execution of live broadcasts and pre-recorded segments.
6. Production Skills: Oversee all aspects of production, from scriptwriting and video editing to graphics coordination and on-air presentations.
7. Editorial Standards: Uphold high journalistic standards, including fact-checking, source verification, and adherence to ethical guidelines.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle high-pressure situations.
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, political science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in political journalism and news production.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of political issues and the political landscape.

Desired Characteristics:

• Excellent research and analytical abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Enthusiasm for political topics and staying well-informed about political developments.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• A team player who excels in a collaborative environment.

Additional Requirements:

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Willingness to travel with short notice and on weekends
• Willingness to work flexible hours including late and/or last-minute scheduling changes in a 24/7 production work environment
• Must be willing to work in the greater Miami, Florida area
• Must be 18 years or older

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 ori