Associate Producer

Company Description

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Job Description

As an Associate Producer, you will work directly with Producers and Senior Producers to help write and assist in the production of original content for TODAY.

Responsibilities:

• Review and modify graphic orders, assign uncompleted requests, and produce additional elements to enhance segments.
• Serve as the final evaluator of prepared graphics, ensuring elements are accurate, error-free, and made in accordance with the producers’ desires and the show’s look and feel.
• Manage graphics from conceptualization to completion, including animations, maps, photographs, text panels, monitors and lower thirds.
• Review producers’ notes to develop in-depth knowledge of all segments.
• Act as liaison for producers, artists, graphics playback operators and control room team to translate the show’s requests into suitable broadcast elements.
• When assigned, works in Control Room with Director and Producers to prepare and execute rundown elements during live shows.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years production and graphics experience in news production at the network or cable news level
• Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communication, English or a related field of study
• Strong journalistic research skills, aesthetic and editorial judgment
• Excellent verbal communication and problem-solving skills under tight deadlines
• Strong grammar, punctuation, spelling and written communication skills
• Must have flexible schedule and be available on holidays and weekends when needed; able to travel and work overtime, with short notice
• Willingness to work late evening or early morning shifts.
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered

Desired Characteristics:

• Ability to manage multiple, timely priorities simultaneously
• Demonstrated knowledge and interest in news and current events
• Ability to filter and direct attention to immediate needs
• Self-starter with the ability to handle multiple, high priority tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of NBC News Policies and Guidelines and Practices

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. 

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.