Job Details
Producer
Summary
The Producer will be responsible for the development and production of news packages needed for different newscasts.
Category
Booking
Live Event / On Location Services
Producers
Writers
Location
Greater Los Angeles Area
Time Period
Full Time
Posted Date
Dec 27, 2022
Start Date
N/A
End Date
N/A
Job Description
Job Duties:
• Research, write and produce strong editorial copy and packages with speed and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
• Produce live segments, including writing sharp questions and identifying the strongest possible elements when booking guests
• Pitch the most relevant, timely and compelling ideas for day-of and future segments
• Quality checks all video content and keep Executive Producer and Line Producer up to date with daily news development of assigned stories
• Secure elements such as sound bites and video to support segments and packages
• Generate original guest ideas daily, tapping into a broad array of sources for ideas
• Support correspondents with interviews, coordination, script revision as well as supervising the editing
• Field producer on locations when needed
• Work with the local NBC Production Support team for when additional technical support is needed such as extra audio personnel and gear
• Be responsible for finding locations for live shots, prepare permits, location releases, and needed Insurance paperwork for those locations
• Will work directly with other teams in all aspects including when large show remotes happen throughout the year
• Works under the direct supervision of the Executive Producer and is responsible for completing any other tasks as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
• Research, write and produce strong editorial copy and packages with speed and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
• Produce live segments, including writing sharp questions and identifying the strongest possible elements when booking guests
• Pitch the most relevant, timely and compelling ideas for day-of and future segments
• Quality checks all video content and keep Executive Producer and Line Producer up to date with daily news development of assigned stories
• Secure elements such as sound bites and video to support segments and packages
• Generate original guest ideas daily, tapping into a broad array of sources for ideas
• Support correspondents with interviews, coordination, script revision as well as supervising the editing
• Field producer on locations when needed
• Work with the local NBC Production Support team for when additional technical support is needed such as extra audio personnel and gear
• Be responsible for finding locations for live shots, prepare permits, location releases, and needed Insurance paperwork for those locations
• Will work directly with other teams in all aspects including when large show remotes happen throughout the year
• Works under the direct supervision of the Executive Producer and is responsible for completing any other tasks as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of experience working in 1V broadcast production with a focus on News and Special Programming
- Minimum 2 years of experience managing workflows and working with other teams
- Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or a related field
- Proficient written and verbal communication in English and Spanish
Desired Characteristics:
- Proven solid writing skills and editorial judgment.
- Graphically creative
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of the Hispanic market in the United States
- Exhibits knowledge of current events, politics, and pop culture.
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, dead-line-driven environment
- Accustomed to working in a team and collaborating with all levels within the organization
- Demonstrated self-starter
- Multi-task and juggle producing multiple stories for regular and breaking-news programming
Additional Requirements:
- Interested candidates 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 Los Angeles area
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
- Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
Job Type
Full Time
Weekly Limit
N/A
Shift
Day, Evening
Attached Files
N/A