Production Assistant, Nightly News

This is a Full Time Job

As a Production Assistant for Nightly News, you will work directly with the Executive Producer and Senior Producers to assist in the production of a live, 30-minute, nightly broadcast.

Responsibilities:      

• Assist producers with logging media, shooting elements, finding file video and clearing new imagery for news-of-day and feature spots
• Assist with production at shoots (coordinate, organize and provide editorial guidance)
• Learn Avid and develop desk edit skills to cut VO's and Teases for broadcast
• Desk edit digital cuts of Nightly stories for NBCNews.com
• Assist show production team in the control room and studio during the broadcast
• Pitch, research and develop stories for Nightly News broadcasts
• Predict and fulfill additional needs to Executive Producer and Nightly News Rim
• Arrange travel for multiple people on short notice for breaking news situations
• Willingness and availability to work a weekend schedule and additional hours, at short notice as needed, for breaking news to help update the broadcast

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of news production experience at the network level, preferably with an evening news broadcast
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience 
• Must be able to shoot and expected to edit on desktop 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, iNews, and major social media platforms
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news; ability to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift with little or no notice, if needed
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through the link below
• Must be willing to work in NYC

Desired Characteristics:   

• Ability to shoot digital video and/or still photography
• Strong journalistic writing skills, research skills, and editorial judgment
• Knowledge of non-linear editing systems including Avid
• Strong storytelling ability
• Self-starter who has demonstrated strong knowledge and interest in news and current events
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
• Knowledge of NBC News Policies and Guidelines and Practices. 

Additional Requirements:
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of 3 days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $26.00-$31.00/hourly