NBCUniversal
Writing Associate Producer, MSNBC Best of/Breaking News
NBCUniversal - New York, New York, us, 10261
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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 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.
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.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Job Description MSNBC is looking for a Writing Associate Producer for the Weekend Best of/Breaking News team.
This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.
Responsibilities:
Research, report and write daily segments.
Determine video and sound for assigned segments.
Communicate daily story development with senior producer.
Take part in editorial planning.
Pitch story ideas.
Research, write and edit MSNBC’s lower-third banner chyrons, the “front page” of MSNBC’s coverage.
Produce other vital on-screen content for MSNBC’s weekend programming.
Assist in creation of weekly taped shows by evaluating and compiling best material from broadcasts throughout the week.
Qualifications
Must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. 2 years of experience in some form of journalism required (i.e. cable or network news, website, newspaper). Strong writing skills and knowledge of American politics, American history and global news. Strong research and reporting skills. Desired Qualifications: Possess ability to develop story ideas, research and plan segments. Ability to "book" guests, and work with graphics and video elements. Exceptional editorial skills: Ability to recognize stories with high potential for provocative, compelling television. Knowledge of current events, politics and pop culture. Wide-range reader of news, including op-eds. Edit room experience and breaking news experience is preferred. Proficient in both tape and desktop editing. Candidate should be able to deal with daily script deadline pressure. Additional Job Requirements: Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered. Must be willing to work in New York, NY. Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States. Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news. 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: $75,000 - 80,000 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. 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. Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.
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Must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. 2 years of experience in some form of journalism required (i.e. cable or network news, website, newspaper). Strong writing skills and knowledge of American politics, American history and global news. Strong research and reporting skills. Desired Qualifications: Possess ability to develop story ideas, research and plan segments. Ability to "book" guests, and work with graphics and video elements. Exceptional editorial skills: Ability to recognize stories with high potential for provocative, compelling television. Knowledge of current events, politics and pop culture. Wide-range reader of news, including op-eds. Edit room experience and breaking news experience is preferred. Proficient in both tape and desktop editing. Candidate should be able to deal with daily script deadline pressure. Additional Job Requirements: Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered. Must be willing to work in New York, NY. Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States. Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news. 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: $75,000 - 80,000 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. 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. Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.
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