Senior Producer: Live Breaking News & Specials

Nbcuniversal Media, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

NBCUniversal is seeking a Senior Producer for NBC News Specials (Prime) to lead primetime breaking news coverage and manage live broadcasts from 30 Rock. This full-time, on-site role requires coordinating with control-room staff, talent, and field crews to deliver fast, accurate coverage.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in broadcast news, expert control-room knowledge, and a proven ability to make rapid editorial decisions under deadline pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in broadcast or cable news production.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent newsroom experience.
• Proven track record of rapid, accurate editorial judgment under deadline pressure.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Produce live cut-ins and special programs for NBC Network and NBC News Now.
• Backfill Overnight team 4–6 weeks a year as lead editorial watch for breaking news.

Skills

Editorial leadership

Breaking news experience

Live event production

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Control room systems

Rundown tools

Job description

NBCUniversal is seeking a Senior Producer for NBC News Specials (Prime) to lead primetime breaking news coverage and manage live broadcasts from 30 Rock. This full-time, on-site role requires coordinating with control-room staff, talent, and field crews to deliver fast, accurate coverage.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in broadcast news, expert control-room knowledge, and a proven ability to make rapid editorial decisions under deadline pressure.