Senior Producer, NBC News Specials (Prime)
- Pay
- $125,000 – $170,000 per year
- Location
- New York, NY
- Listed
- Today
About the role
The NBC News Breaking News Specials team seeks a seasoned Senior Producer to drive our primetime breaking news coverage and lead seamless live broadcasts during planned and unplanned major news events. You will lead editorial and operational execution when news breaks, ensuring broadcasts are fast, accurate, and compelling and work alongside the Specials team on a variety of news broadcasts and projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead live breaking-news coverage during major events
- Coordinate with control-room staff, on-air talent, and field reporters
- Make split-second editorial decisions that uphold accuracy and clarity
- Serve as the primary editorial lead for weeknight coverage
- Mentor and guide the editorial team
- Collaborate with the Specials team on event planning and execution
- Partner with technical, graphics, audio, and talent departments to maintain top-tier production quality
- Produce live cut-ins, special programs, and additional content as needed for NBC Network and NBC News Now
- Backfill Overnight team approx. 4-6 weeks a year, as lead editorial watch for breaking news between Nightly and Today
Qualifications & Requirements
- Minimum of 8 years in broadcast or cable news production, including 3 years on breaking news or live event teams
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent newsroom experience
- Proven track record of rapid, accurate editorial judgment under deadline pressure
- Expertise in control room operations from rundown creation through final sign-off
- Proficiency with automated control room systems and rundown tools -- or clear aptitude to learn them quickly
- Flexibility to work overnights, weekends, and be on call for urgent breaking events
- Willingness and ability to work in person at 30 Rock five nights a week Monday-Friday 3pmET-11pmET
Desired Characteristics
- Steady under pressure: A composed and decisive leader who excels in fast-paced, high-stakes breaking news situations
- Editorial excellence: Brings sharp editorial judgment and can guide a team through fast-moving, unpredictable live events
- Clear communicator: Articulates direction with clarity and confidence -- both in writing and during live broadcasts
- Collaborative mentor: Invested in nurturing emerging talent and fostering a culture of growth and teamwork
Additional Requirements
- Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
Additional information
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
$125,000 - $170,000 (bonus eligible)
About the Company
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences.
We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service.
We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood.
NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. 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.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to.
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