Producer, NBC and Telemundo San Diego

NBCUniversal • San Diego, CA

5h • $70,500 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a News Producer, you will be responsible for the creation of a daily newscast. This role may also work in support of other newscasts or our website by researching stories, writing copy and editing video for both broadcast and digital.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a broadcast producer
• Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism or related field
• At least one year prior news editing experience
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and stories simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to react to breaking news, updating the news as stories evolve and write intros and leads to video online content
• Demonstrated knowledge of AP style writing and guidelines
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through the www.nbcunicareers.com site
• Internal applicants must submit via myNBCU Careers
• Must be willing to work at the station in San Diego location
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must have valid drivers license
• Must have ability to work any of a 24x7 shift
• Must submit a sample of own work to be considered
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with people while under pressure
• Familiarity with local leaders
• Up to date on and interested in current news events
• Knowledge of laws of libel, slander and applicable FCC rules and regulations
• Personal initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision
• Team player who is flexible
• Displays a positive work ethic and can work under tight deadlines
• High degree of integrity and professionalism
• Strong organizational skills
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) both written and verbal preferred

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall production and content of newscasts on any platform
• Write news scripts, promos, teases, headlines and topicals and edit with non-linear software
• Assign stories to newscast story producers, specifying the angle, video location, etc
• Conceptualize set graphics and blocking with APC operators and anchors
• Execute live shots and communicate with anchors during live newscasts
• Respond to breaking news with accuracy and urgency
• Stay well-informed of daily news events and knowledgeable of the San Diego news market
• Contribute story ideas, participate in daily coverage decisions and editorial meetings
• Understand NBC 7’s and Telemundo 20’s newscast mission and station priorities
• Research and gather information on assigned stories
• Write text articles, create and publish video clips and still photos for our website
• Execute all publishing workflows for video, images and text including publishing to social media platforms
• Manage video livestreams
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level