Segment Producer, Power Lunch

This is a Full Time Job

Segment Producer, Power Lunch - CNBC

Job Description

CNBC is looking for a Segment Producer for Power Lunch. In this role, you will be an integral part of covering the most significant financial, corporate & political news stories of the day.

What you'll do:
• Developing and producing live and taped guest segments
• Generating original content ideas daily, tapping into a broad array of sources
• Identifying and booking compelling guests
• Conducting pre-interviews of guests and arranging hits
• Writing compelling copy and teases
• Securing elements such as sound bites and video to support segments
• Help create, visualize and produce segments for the show
• Bring new and creative ideas to the show for segments and franchises
• Developing and maintaining good relationships with news sources
• Assisting Line Producers in the production of the show

Qualifications

What you'll bring:
• At least 5 years of experience booking and segment producing in a live television environment, with demonstrated writing, research and communication skills
• Exemplary editorial judgment
• Successful candidates will be self-starters with superior contacts who can work effectively and creatively under daily deadline pressure
• Excellent interpersonal skills, combined with a strong sense of how to visually tell a compelling story
• Willingness to accommodate a demanding production schedule and flexibility to work weekends and some holidays when and as required

Desired Characteristics
• Some experience as a Line Producer -- this individual will ideally serve as back-up LP
• Strong understanding of the markets and prior experience at a financial news network

Additional Requirements:
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through Versant | Versant Careers to be considered
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.

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