Full Job Description
NBC News NOW is seeking a talented segment producer who thrives in a breaking news, fast-paced and deadline-driven environment for Hallie Jackson NOW.
We're looking for a segment producer with experience working in LIVE news programming who can produce stories that are visually compelling/impactful and can work well with a team to make it happen. The ideal candidate is comfortable with turning segments quickly and accurately in a fast-changing, breaking news environment. Additionally, this segment producer should have a passion for compelling topics, making any story more interesting and enjoy telling those stories in a conversational way.
This position is represented by the News Guild-CWA NY.
Responsibilities:
- Research, write and produce strong editorial copy with speed and accuracy.
- Produce LIVE segments, including writing sharp questions and identifying the strongest possible elements.
- Pitch the most relevant, timely and compelling ideas for day-of and future segments.
- Multi-task and juggle producing multiple stories for regular and breaking news programming.
- Quality check all video content.
- Keep senior producers and the EP up to date with daily news development of assigned stories.
Qualifications
- You've been working in broadcast, streaming or cable news for 5 years - preferably working on live daily shows or in and around a control room.
- Excellent writing skills.
- You have thorough knowledge of current events.
- Excellent editorial judgment.
- You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where news is breaking, rundowns are changing and deadlines are tight.
- You thrive in a team environment where collaboration is key.
- You have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience.
- You are willing to work in New York, New York.
Desired Characteristics
- You've got big ideas and the journalistic writing and research skills to bring them to life.
- You're familiar with iNEWS.
- You live for the moments when news is breaking and time to air is short.
Additional Requirements:
- Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.
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: $93,000 - $110,000
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.