NBC 4 New York is looking for a dynamic, motivated, technically-savvy news producer to join our team of award-winning producers at Rockefeller Center. Candidates should have a strong “news gut.” They should thrive in demanding, high-pressure situations and strive to win big breaking news and weather stories. They must understand the power of visual storytelling. They must also appreciate the news revolution happening right now, specifically the importance of mobile and digital newsgathering.

Responsibilities

Candidates are responsible for the overall editorial content on one or more platforms produced by WNBC and will be charged with the following tasks:
Serve as the primary line producer of assigned daily newscast
Write, produce, desktop edit and gather content for all WNBC platforms
Be active participant in editorial meetings by offering unique enterprise story ideas
Manage a team of Content Producers to produce the most compelling and relevant stories, coaching and mentoring them as needed
Stay on top of the latest graphic tools to visually enhance and showcase stories
Work with the production team to ensure clean, seamless newscasts
Collaborate with Executive Producers and fellow Show Producers to ensure the most complete local news coverage that is both fair and accurate
Interact with the editors of nbcnewyork.com
Use social tools to stay on top of what’s happening in the Tri-State area as well as the news people are talking about

Qualifications/Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications or equivalent work experience
Strong journalistic skills and significant experience as a television news producer in a major market
Minimum 4 years experience in newsgathering and/or production; including newsroom writing, producing and desktop editing
Knowledge of various media platforms, including broadcast, web and mobile

Eligibility Requirements

Must be willing to work in New York City
Must be available to work evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays or whenever assigned
Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
Must be at least 18 years old
Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

Desired Characteristics

Exceptional communication skills
Must have the desire to work in a creative, demanding, competitive environment
Experience in a news environment
Excellent news instincts with the ability to react decisively to breaking news, combined with the ability to write succinctly and with flair
Ability to work on multiple tasks and stories simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Team player mentality