Dateline Program Coordinator

This is a Full Time Job

DESCRIPTION:
Dateline is seeking a Program Coordinator to assist the Executive Producer of Dateline, and the show in all aspects of production of long-form content.

Responsibilities:
• Manage the Executive Producer of Dateline's Outlook calendar by scheduling confidential meetings with high-level internal/external production executives, talent, and Dateline members; moving & rescheduling meetings accordingly
• Book travel, create itineraries, and compile expense reports for the EP & other Dateline correspondents
• Provide A/V support and book conference rooms for meetings and on-site shoots
• Supply catering for on-site events
• Provide other miscellaneous administrative support such as fielding phone calls, project research, and keeping track of Dateline/NBC News Studios/Audio screeners
• Aid in long-form news/documentary production as needed

PLEASE NOTE: This is a short-term position with an estimated duration of 24 months or less, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.

Qualifications:
• At least 1 year of experience in news production or journalism (internships or freelance experience acceptable)
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field
• Willing to commit to the role for a minimum of 2 years
• Excellent organization, detail-oriented prioritization, time management, and communication skills with excellent follow-through
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY

Desired Characteristics:
• Ability to multitask and handle competing priorities
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to deal with all levels of management
• Strong written and communication skills
• Self-starter, able to work independently and seek out answers, be resourceful
• Shooting and editing a plus

Additional Requirements:
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three to four days per week.

What we’ll offer:
Production Employee (PEP) Regular who works more than 1,000 hours per measurement period:
• Eligible for 401K after 1,000 hours worked in 12 consecutive months
• Eligible for Health and Welfare benefits on the 1st day of employment
• Eligible to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program after 90 days of employment

Salary range: $18/hr - $24/hr