Job Description

MSNBC is looking for an experienced Associate Producer for The Rachel Maddow Show.

This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.

** Responsibilities:**

• Assist in overseeing both remote studios and communicating with control room while show is on air
• Arrange phone interviews for broadcasts during live, breaking news coverage
• Assist host in the field when traveling
• Enterprise, conceptualize and pitch story ideas
• Conduct research on political and legal issues to be used ahead of special coverage and other platforms
• Fact check scripts for Alex Wagner Tonight and The Rachel Maddow Show
• Edit clips of The Rachel Maddow Show and Alex Wagner Tonight for social media using Premier Pro
• Provide daily support by managing calendars, printing scripts, etc, when needed.

Qualifications

** Basic Qualifications:**

• Must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Must have at least 2 years’ production experience.

** Desired Qualifications:**

• Sound journalistic judgment and strong writing skills
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills required
• Strong knowledge of social media
• Must be detail oriented and able to work under pressure and meet multiple daily deadlines
• Knowledge of Avid/Media Central and iNews preferred

** Additional Job Requirements:**

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news.

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-$75,000

Additional Information

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