Lifestyle Show Producer

This is a Full Time Job

NBC Universal Local Chicago is looking for an experienced and creative producer and booker to be a member of the Chicago Today Lifestyle Show team. This person should be able to collaborate with producers, hosts and photojournalists to create fun, informative and cohesive stories for a daily television show.

Responsibilities:
• Work independently with guidance from the Executive Producer, the team and station management
• Source new ideas for show segments, pitch ideas and produce ideas from conception to a live show
• Find and book guests, following booking protocols
• Conduct pre-interviews of guests and based on their responses, script questions for use by Talent
• Write and produce full segments and shows
• Secure elements such as sound bites, video and pictures to support segments
• Edit interviews and b-roll for air
• Assist in clearing images/video for broadcast and coordinating our crew in accordance with local and state laws and adhering to labor union guidelines
• Create and maintain schedules and other in-place documentation for show organization
• Lead live control room execution of Chicago Today, managing rundown timing, editorial adjustments, and communication with directors, production staff, and technical teams to ensure successful delivery of each broadcast
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in related field or minimum 2 years of experience working in broadcast television or production
• Experience in entertainment magazine style, talk shows, and segment production
• Experience with digital cameras and editing systems
• Must have good knowledge of various broadcast, digital, and other multiplatform content
• Solid writing skills and editorial judgment
• Possess excellent communication, organization and time management skills
• Possess strong creative writing skills
• Possess strong video production knowledge
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adhere to strict deadlines under pressure
• Ability to work well independently and be detail oriented

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be willing to work in Chicago, IL
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must submit a resume/CV through the link below to be considered a candidate for this position

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of four (4) days per week.