Line Producer, NBC News Daily

This is a Full Time Job

Get in touch if you’re a fast, nimble Line Producer who thrives in the control room, knows how to build a great rundown, and loves collaborating with a team. This is a role for someone who stays cool under pressure, moves quickly with breaking news, and thinks several blocks ahead. We’re looking for a strong editorial mind and a sharp production hand. Someone who understands the rhythm of live TV and knows how to keep the show moving with precision and energy.

The bulk of the job:
• Work with senior producers and EP’s to build daily rundowns and oversee changes when breaking news hits
• Work with show directors to block and time programming
• Approve and copy edit scripts, as needed
• Pitch ideas
• Work with producers to come up with the strongest elements for each segment
• Craft headlines and teases that are engaging no matter the time constraint – for both breaking news and scheduled programming
• Write fresh copy as needed
• Communicate time and roll cues with guests and correspondents
• Work with news desk and booking to request reporters and guests for show

Qualifications
• You’ve been working in broadcast, live streaming or cable for 5 years
• You've worked on live daily shows for 3 years
• You have at least 1 years’ experience as a line producer
• Demonstrated and proven excellent editorial judgement and understanding of journalistic standards
• You have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of relevant working experience
• Willing and able to work in person five days a week in New York, NY

Desired Qualifications
• You’re a journalist first with excellent control room skills
• You have an eye for accuracy and creativity when it comes to video and graphics
• When major breaking news happens, you’re ready and willing to jump in -- even on weekends or late nights
• You are able to work calmly under intense deadlines

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