Job Description

We are expanding and growing NBC News Now big time and fast. We need a creative, passionate team of journalists to make the magic happen morning, noon, and night.

Get in touch if you’re a fast, nimble Line Producer who thrives in the control room, knows how to build a great rundown and loves collaborating on a team.

But hurry. We’ve got a lot to do.

The bulk of the job:

• Work with senior producers and EP’s to build daily rundowns and oversee changes when breaking news hits
• Work with show directors to block and time programming
• Approve and copy edit scripts, as needed
• Pitch ideas
• Work with producers to come up with the strongest elements for each segment
• Craft headlines and teases that are engaging no matter the time constraint – for both breaking news and scheduled programming
• Write fresh copy as needed
• Communicate time and roll cues with guests and correspondents
• Work with news desk and booking to request reporters and guests for show.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• You’ve been working in broadcast, live streaming or cable for 5+ years
• You've worked on live daily shows for 3+ years
• You have at least 1+ years’ experience as a line producer
• Demonstrated and proven excellent editorial judgement and understanding of journalistic standards
• You have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of relevant working experience
• You are willing to work in New York, New York

Desired Qualifications:

• You’re a journalist first with excellent control room skills
• You have an eye for accuracy and creativity when it comes to video and graphics
• When major breaking news happens, you’re ready and willing to jump in -- even on weekends or late nights
• You are able to work calmly under intense deadlines

Additional Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

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: $110,000 - $125,000

Additional Information

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