Researcher

Nbcuniversal3; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Other discounts and perks

Job summary

NBCUniversal’s The Tonight Show is seeking a Researcher to support day-to-day operations on a Run of Show basis, handling extensive research, topic ideation, and fact-checking to ensure on-air accuracy and engaging guest segments.

The role requires at least a bachelor's degree, 2 years of production experience, 1 year in research, and willingness to work long hours on-site in New York, NY. Proficiency in Windows/Mac and video workflows is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Minimum 2 years production experience.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a research role.
• Proficient in Windows and Mac; knowledge of video file formats, transcoding, and editing.
• Willing to work long hours and weekends with short notice.
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY.
• Strong editorial voice for selecting best clips of the day.

Responsibilities

• Create extensive and thorough research packets on upcoming show guests.
• Find potential discussion topics for guest interviews that align with the voice of the show.
• Become the main source of accurate information about assigned guests.
• Conceive games, bits and unique beats for guests based on research.
• Work with segment producers to find material to support guest segments.
• Daily review of new information to keep up to date on guests.
• Fact-check and proofread material for show.

Skills

Research

Production experience

Editorial voice

Strong research skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Windows

Mac

Video file formats

Video transcoding

Video editing

Job description

The Tonight Show is seeking Researcher to work with all day‑to‑day operations as outlined below. This is a Run of Show position that will support the Production with a variety of administrative and functional responsibilities not limited to the following:

Responsibilities

• Create extensive and thorough research packets on upcoming show guests.
• Find potential discussion topics for guest interviews that align with the voice of the show.
• Become the main source of accurate information about assigned guests.
• Conceive games, bits and unique beats for guests based on research.
• Work with segment producers to find material to support guest segments.
• Daily review of new information to keep up to date on guests.
• Fact-check and proofread material for show.

Desired Characteristics

• Candidate must be able to work in high‑pressure situations and on deadline.
• Able to multi‑task and prioritize simultaneous research assignments.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• A self‑starter with strong attention to detail.
• Previous talk show or news experience a plus.
• Knowledge of clip libraries and stock footage sources a plus.
• Obsessive knowledge of pop culture, politics, and Internet culture.
• Ability to work under constant deadlines.
• Ability to work in a team environment as a member of a daily production team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum 2 years production experience.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a research role.
• Windows and Mac proficient, knowledge of video file formats, video transcoding, video editing, must be Internet savvy with strong research skills.
• Willingness to work long hours and on weekends with short notice.
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY.
• Strong editorial voice only selecting the best clips of the day.

Additional Requirements

• Required On‑Site: This position is required to be performed full‑time from an NBCUniversal‑designated worksite.
• Required On‑Site: This position is required to be performed full‑time from an NBCUniversal‑designated worksite.

Hourly salary range: $17.00 - $20.00

The candidate who fills this position will be paid at least 60 hours per week regardless of whether they work less than 60 hours. Hours over 40 hrs/wk will be paid at the appropriate overtime rate.

Required On‑Site: This position is required to be performed full‑time from an NBCUniversal‑designated worksite.

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.

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.

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