Producer, NBC News Digital Docs and Enterprise Video Job at NBCUniversal, New York, NY

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  • NBCUniversal
  • New York, NY

Job Description



We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description



NBC News Digital is looking for a talented producer to join its Digital Docs and Enterprise team. This new role will report to a Senior Producer and will create innovative, mid-form and long-form, in-depth news stories for NBC News. We’re looking for a strong editorial producer who sees the digital doc, video forensics, and long-form narrative opportunities in a hard news cycle. They should have a knack for knowing how to report and tell stories that will breakout and resonate well beyond a fast-moving news cycle and know how to distill editorial complexity into the video medium. 

This role requires experience in reporting, pre-production, shooting, field producing, scripting, putting together radio cuts, overseeing and collaborating with video editors, working with the motion graphics team, and fact-checking your video pieces. Additionally, the producer will collaborate with correspondents, reporters, and editors throughout the organization, so should be well-versed in how to do so effectively. The candidate should have strong news instincts, a proven track record of success producing original reporting, impeccable editorial judgment, and creativity in their video pieces.This is an exciting opportunity to work with an iconic media brand and flex creativity as we create docu-style content which airs on many of our platforms including NBCNews.com, Peacock, and NBC News NOW.

This position is represented by the NewsGuild-NY CWA. 

Responsibilities

  • Pitch and develop original story ideas
  • Produce stories under deadline and sometimes under tight turnarounds
  • Creative vision to conceptualize a longform story from preproduction through post-production
  • Research, report and develop strong editorial stories identifying the most compelling interview subjects and editorial points
  • Strong pre-production and field producing skills 
  • Well-versed in crafting strong scripts that include a solid structure, story arc, character development and hit the key editorial notes
  • Oversee the editing process for video stories, including collaborating with the editors and motion graphics team
  • Solid grasp of how to fact-check a video story
  • Produce all the video assets to accompany the videos when they rollout such as social cuts and assets for marketing and PR, as needed
  • Work with Standards & Legal Team to ensure Editorial Standards of all segments
  • Develop robust working relationships with correspondents, reporters, and editors across the NBC News to collaborate on stories
  • Maintain a real-time grasp of current events and ongoing coverage on NBC News platforms 
  • Keep a pulse on production styles that could be leveraged for news video stories

Qualifications



 

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 6 years experience producing midform/long-form high-impact video for a major news organization
  • Strong news judgment and excellent writing, research, interviewing and communication skills
  • Impeccable editorial judgment and journalistic integrity
  • Strong shooting skills preferred 
  • Successful candidates will be self-starters who can work effectively under daily deadline pressure
  • Intimate knowledge of the video news production process
  • Nimbleness and ambition as we assess narratives of stories, juggle multiple projects, and as we continue to innovate on video formats and strategy 
  • Strong collaborator with people on a team and in a wider news organization 
  • Must be willing to travel as needed
  • Able and willing to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news 
  • Must be willing to work in NYC

Desired Characteristics

  • A team player who can help foster spirit and respect on the team 
  • Thorough understanding of the digital content space and the challenging dynamics behind it
  • Solution-oriented and have a proven ability to innovate
  • Organized and detail-oriented
  • Ability to work in a highly creative and deadline-driven environment
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge and interest in news and current events
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments
  • Able to mentor junior team members on producing and story development
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong storytelling ability
  • Proven experience elevating storytelling in the 5-25 minute space

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: $85,000 - $150,000

Additional Information



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.

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Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Flexible hours, 3 days per week,

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