Production Assistant, Early Today

This is a Full Time Job

NBC News is looking for a Production Assistant for Early Today. This role supports live broadcasts by coordinating graphics, assisting producers with research, and helping keep anchors informed during breaking news. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced newsroom and is eager to grow their editing and writing skills.

Responsibilities:
• Order and coordinate graphic elements for air
• Oversee the airing of all graphic elements in control room during live program
• Work closely with producers to research, select and locate required footage for broadcast
• Print scripts for anchors
• Assist in compiling research for anchors & maintaining on-air updates
• Gather information on breaking stories for anchors
• Pitch stories on a daily basis
• Train to edit video for shows
• Train to write stories for air

Qualifications
• At least one year of news production experience
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience
• Strong interest in news, entertainment, and current events
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven news environment
• Exceptional computer skills with proficiency in MS Office Suite and social media
• Must be willing and able to work overnight hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news
• Willing and able to work in New York, NY
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through the link below to be considered

Desired Qualifications
• Excellent knowledge of politics, history and current events
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and on a team
• Awareness of NBC News programs, on-air correspondents, policies, guidelines and practices
• Knowledge of Avid/Interplay and iNews preferred

Additional Job Requirements:
• Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.