NBCUniversal is hiring: Producer, Peacock Kids in Los Angeles

Company 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

At Peacock, we know life is complicated but believe entertainment shouldn’t be. We envision a more human streaming experience that embraces the entertainment you love. Backed by 100+ years of NBCUniversal legacy, we know how to entertain. We combine this legacy with an insatiable itch for innovation, embracing the data and technologies that challenge the status quo. Our team is never done obsessing over how best to deliver excellence across television, film, sports, news, and more.  

This ambition is a group effort. As challengers at heart, our secret weapon is our talented team of big thinkers, data-driven drivers of growth and innovation. We start by putting people first, embracing empathy and compassion to create a more dynamic, more fulfilling workplace and a better, more enjoyable product. As a company, we embrace the power of transparency and inclusion. We know the best idea can come from anywhere, so we’re committed to creating an organization where we act as one and put ego aside. We are determined to forge the next frontier of streaming through trust, teamwork, and talent.

Peacock Kids is a division within Peacock that develops, produces, and distributes branded and original digitally native content for kids, primarily focused on YouTube.

We’re growing our team of passionate creators who crave the chance to build something new at the epicenter of content, tech, and culture. We need scrappy, fearless leaders who are native to social media; with an eye for branded video marketing and the ability to develop original IP for a digital audience.

Producer, Peacock Kids

Responsibilities:

• Pitch, Develop, and Produce quality branded content that exemplifies the voice of the brands we promote
• Pitch, Develop, and Produce quality original content with a focus on preschool audiences
• Produce and direct crew and talent on location
• Lead and manage 3rd Party production vendors
• Produce multiple shows and videos at the same time across multiple genres and brands
• Partner with Physical Production to develop budgets, shoot and post calendars
• Collaborate with Legal on all contracts and clearances
• Collaborate with Strategy team to identify trends and performance metrics to apply to future Creative
• Write scripts and/or beat sheets, pitches and outlines for brand approval

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in producing digital short-form content, traditional television, or creative brand marketing.
• Especially seeking those with experience producing kids’ content (or a background in child development/education and media). Experience creating content for YouTube Kids a huge plus.
• Must have a strong eye for creative and the innate ability to know when something is or isn’t working for the digital/social space.
• Ability to self-start and work on multiple projects simultaneously with relevant teams and stakeholders
• Ability to develop creative ideas for branded and original content
• Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills
• Ability to operate efficiently and with empathy in a dynamic, ever-changing work environment
• Ability to prioritize and reprioritize deliverables in the best interest of the team
• Proven track record for delivering on time and on budget while balancing financial and creative priorities. In other words, able to do a lot with less
• Excellent scriptwriting skills
• Ability to film and/or edit highly desired

Desired Characteristics:

• Flexibility and an ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Highly developed communication skills — both verbal and written
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent time and project management skills
• Self-Starter
• ‘Can-do’ approach and ability to perform under pressure
• Willing to go above and beyond and take additional responsibilities as they arise
• Passion for kids’ content
• Excited to collaborate on creative projects and support your team as needed

Eligibility Requirements:

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
• Must have work authorization to work in the United States

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: $65,000 - $85,000

Additional Information

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.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.