Weekend Executive Producer, NBC4 New York

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

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

The Executive Producer must be a dynamic leader who can guide evening and weekend news coverage for two stations. The EP manages teams of producers, content producers, and writers on all aspects of newscast production while working closely with the assignment desk and overseeing/reviewing the work of reporters and photojournalists.

The Executive Producer works with the News Directors of WNBC & WNJU to lead editorial content, branding, and production of news coverage that demands a breaking-news approach, as well as exclusive investigations and long-term projects. The Executive Producer also works closely with the Digital Director of WNBC & WNJU to make sure coverage is seen across multiple platforms including FAST.

Responsibilities

• Lead producers, content producers, writers, reporters, photojournalists, editors, and assignment editors on news coverage for WNBC & WNJU.
• Collaborate with other newsroom managers, and all divisions of NBC News and Telemundo, for day-to-day coverage and special events.
• Work with all facets of the WNBC & WNJU organizations, including production, IT and engineering, to ensure the most accurate and compelling local coverage.
• Scheduling producers, content producers, and writers for the daypart
• Work closely with WNBC Standards & Legal on reporting and approval for stories with investigative approaches and elements that require review.
• Track coverage-related costs and ensure fiscal responsibility in the news division.
• Work closely with Creative Services to craft effective newscast promos.
• Must embrace a fast-paced, highly graphic, visual storytelling process.
• Must have experience with computer-assisted reporting.

Additional Information: 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: $125,000-$175,000 (Bonus Eligible) 

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading producers, content producers, writers in dynamic newscast production while guiding coverage and newsgathering.
• Bilingual English/Spanish abilities, including writing and editing, a plus.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and management of a news team.
• Strong editorial judgment as well as the ability to respond and make decisions in a breaking news situation for coverage across multiple platforms.
• Experience in script approval, with strong editorial judgment.
• Proven team player.
• Ability to multitask and work with changing priorities.
• Impeccable communications abilities with both internal and external constituents.

Eligibility Requirements

• Candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com  to be considered for the position.
• Must be willing to work in New York.
• Must have flexible availability to work any shift including evenings, overnights, weekends, or holidays.
• Must be 18 years