Senior Producer, Morning News NOW

confidential; United States; On-site; USD 125,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

NBCUniversal is seeking a Senior Producer for an overnight shift on a dynamic morning show. You will guide a team of producers and assistants, shape daily coverage, and lead in high-pressure control room moments to deliver sharp, impactful segments.

The role emphasizes editorial judgment, strong writing and editing skills, and collaboration across NBC News teams to ensure accuracy and compelling storytelling.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in broadcast, cable, or streaming news.
• Morning TV experience a plus.
• At least 2+ years in a leadership role on a live daily news program.
• Fact-check under pressure and adhere to standards.
• Experience leading in or alongside a live control room.
• Strong writing, editing, and copy-editing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple segments and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Shape the daily editorial vision with senior leadership.
• Oversee scripts, intros, and banners for clarity and tone.
• Lead Segment Producers and production team in live broadcasts.
• Make high-stakes decisions in breaking news situations.
• Mentor junior producers and foster journalism excellence.
• Coordinate staffing and resources for efficient operations.

Skills

Leadership

Control room leadership

Editorial judgment

Copy editing

Mentoring

News production

Avid editing

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Avid

Premiere

Job description

Company Description: 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 global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit for more information. 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.

Job Description:

We’re looking for a Senior Producer for an overnight shift on a dynamic morning show who thrives in live news, leads with clarity in the control room, and elevates every segment with sharp editorial judgment and strong production instincts. This is a hands‑on leadership role — guiding a team of Segment Producers, Associate Producers, and Production Assistants while partnering closely with the Executive Producer and Anchors to shape daily coverage. If you’re energized by building a show from the ground up, confident making high‑stakes decisions under pressure, and committed to mentoring journalists, this is an opportunity to have real impact every day.

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with the Executive Producer, Senior Producer and Anchors to shape the daily editorial vision and build smart, urgent shows finding the best and freshest possible angles
• Oversee and elevate scripts, intros, teases, and banners to ensure clarity, authority, and consistency
• Guide Segment Producers, ensuring segments are visually strong and editorially sharp
• Play a key leadership role in the control room during live broadcasts, especially during breaking news
• Ensure all scripts, graphics, and video meet NBC News standards for accuracy, fairness, and tone
• Collaborate with colleagues across NBC to leverage reporting, bureaus, and enterprise coverage
• Submit ideas for story coverage, guests and correspondents on stories breaking overnight
• Spot and execute on high potential stories
• Fill in for Executive Producer as needed
• Oversee the long‑term and day to day staffing schedule & assignments to make sure the team’s resources are being effectively used
• Help troubleshoot technical problems in real time
• Oversee the production, writing, and editing of occasional tape spots
• Mentor and develop junior producers, fostering a culture of excellent journalism, dynamic producing, collaboration, and accountability

Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in broadcast, cable, or streaming news.
• Morning TV experience a plus.
• At least 2+ years in a leadership role on a live daily news program
• Fact‑check under pressure, ensure strict adherence to journalistic standards, and handle copyright or legal & standards issues
• Demonstrated experience leading in or closely alongside a live control room
• Excellent and efficient writing, editing, and copy‑editing skills
• Strong editorial judgment and ability to make decisions quickly under pressure
• Proven ability to manage multiple segments and priorities simultaneously
• Confident, calm leader who communicates clearly in a breaking news situation in person and via Slack
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
• Must be willing and able to work in person Monday–Friday at 30 Rock

Desired Characteristics:

• A journalist first, with deep knowledge of national and breaking news
• Strong visual sensibility and commitment to elevated production values
• Experience editing video in Avid and/or Premiere
• Willing and able to mentor and grow junior members of the team
• A positive and infectious attitude
• Collaborative and solutions‑oriented in a fast‑paced environment
• A demonstrated commitment to building a long‑term career in journalism

Additional Requirements:

Required On‑Site : This position is required to be performed full‑time from NBCUniversal’s 30 Rockefeller Plaza office in New York, NY, five days per week. This is an overnight shift that starts at 1am This position is eligible for company‑sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and additional discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $125,000 - $170,000 (bonus eligible)

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 .