Associate Producer - Graphics

This is a Full Time Job

The Associate Producer (NFL on Telemundo) is responsible for the successful creation, coordination, and execution of the broadcast, including show segments. The role of the AP is to prepare the editorial content for the broadcast, also to assist with the management of different aspects of the production and coordinate with internal support areas. Associate Producers are expected to serve as live graphics producer and live segment producers. This position is a 40-hour PEP position from August â€'' January according to the NFL season schedule and includes multiple programs.

Responsibilities:

• Meet with Producer and Area Managers to review production schedule, as well as editorial content for upcoming games.
• Coordinate specific production needs for broadcasts, including editing and control room areas, technical production, and art departments.
• Verify that all in-show production elements are ready for air, with special attention to sponsored elements. Review traffic instructions leading up to the broadcast.
• Prepare original editorial content for the games, including but not limited analysis, selecting, translating, and transcribing sound bites and footage for a piece. Prepare research for stories or segments as needed.
• Meet with show producer, director and technical crew to go over show details. Prepare and fact-check all show graphics and segments.
• Attain a complete knowledge of NFL-related show elements; how they work and how they are applied within the various shows.
• Provide story ideas and offer suggestions to improve broadcasts and non-linear coverage on a regular basis.
• Prepare scripts and materials for cross-promotional purposes and for use by digital media department and network affiliates.
• Provide quality control over content across broadcast.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:
• A solid knowledge of NFL content with an emphasis on Hispanic market.
• General computer skills: INEWS, MS Office, Avid Interplay, After Effects, Photoshop, etc.
• Solid editing, writing and production skills.
• Three years Control Room (live & taped programs) experience required with an emphasis in graphics, content creation and segments producing.
• Three years' experience working in broadcast television.
• Proficiency in Social Media use and content generation for social channels.
• A bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Broadcasting or Radio/TV/Film from an accredited university or collage.
• Ability to interact effectively with all sports operation's personnel and specific department personnel who can impact the daily operations of the assignment desk assistant.
• Must be able to work a non-conventional work schedule including nights, weekends, holidays.
• Demonstrated organizational skills. Able to work effectively in a high-pressure environment without direct supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and follow directions from various members of the team.
• Ability to communicate in a fast-paced and stressful environment.
• Must be able to always represent the department and company in a professional and ethical manner.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Fluency in Spanish preferred.

Additional Requirements:
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
• Displays a positive work ethic and can work under tight deadlines
• High degree of integrity and professionalism



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