Live News Production Assistant: Evening Shifts

Nbcuniversal Media, LLC

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 29,000 - 43,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

NBCUniversal's NBC News Specials team is seeking a Production Assistant to support breaking news coverage and special programming. You’ll ensure production elements are in place for seamless live broadcasts and support other productions as needed.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year in news production or internships, a BA in communications or journalism, and are ready to work on-site five days a week from 3pm to 11pm ET in New York, NY.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, English, History or a related field.
Strong news judgment and interest in national and international news.
Proficiency with automated control room systems and rundown tools; quick to learn new tech.

Responsibilities

Assist with multiple aspects of production including: compiling research for production team and talent, creating graphics and lower thirds during breaking news and special coverage, sourcing and editing video, research and compile visual elements for air.
Help monitor social media and web for breaking news or developments in long-term stories.
Work closely with News Specials team to locate required footage for broadcast.
Support production team in the control room during live broadcasts.
Build rundowns, segments and intros to packages or taped elements; prep shows for air.
Collaborate to anticipate resources needed for major event coverage and troubleshoot issues in real time.
Ensure content including video and graphics are up-to-date and ready for air.

Skills

Control room systems

Rundown tools

VizRT graphics

Avid Media Central

Avid Interplay

iNews

NewsConnect

Slack

Graphic editing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, English, History or a related field

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