News Desk Producer Job at NBCUniversal, New York, NY

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  • NBCUniversal
  • New York, NY

Job Description



NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description



The News Desk Producer creates and delivers content to NBC affiliates, the NBC News Group, and international clients through the Orbit distribution platform. This role involves writing and editing stories in close collaboration with the newsgathering team, while exercising strong editorial judgment to prioritize and publish content effectively.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Write, edit, and manage news-of-the-day and breaking news content
  • Assign stories to writers, advertise stories and review for editorial accuracy
  • Collaborate with assignment desk and regional producers
  • Respond quickly to breaking news
  • Provide quality customer services to NBC News Group, affiliates and clients
  • Willing to work weekends, nights, holidays, and various schedules
  • Available to be on-call for breaking news

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Take editorial lead on political/election coverage
  • Assist DC bureau on daily package offer, including logging, writing and gathering of elements

Qualifications



Basic Requirements: 

  • 10 or more years of experience as a local or network news producer/writer
  • Bachelor’s degree - preferably in journalism or communications
  • Must be able to work weekends, nights, and holidays
  • Must be able to work flexible hours during major breaking news
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong editorial judgment and customer service skills
  • Ability to work calmly in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments
  • Strong work ethic and organizational skills

Desired Characteristics: 

  • Knowledge and interest in political journalism preferred

Additional Requirements: 

Fully Remote:  This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence. 

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: $65,000 - $80,000

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. 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 orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. 

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing [email protected].

For LA County and City Residents Only: NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Local area, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work

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