Company Description
We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.
Job Description
The Producer will field, produce, and present packages for assigned segments across all Entertainment Daily Shows. This can include producing packages and segments on news/entertainment, coordinating graphics, library, and video. In addition, they will oversee editorial aspects of all sales initiatives for EDS.
Job Duties:
- Responsible for working independently with guidance from the Line producer and/or General Producer Producer
- Researching segments, booking guests, and writing scripts. They will also work within a show unit to pitch ideas and produce portions of the show.Writes compelling copy and teases
- Secures elements such as sound bites and video to support segments
- Creates stock charts and lower thirds, uses Chyron Luci, and coordinates graphic orders
- Partners with other departments as needed (such as Graphics, Tech Ops, and Satellite Operations) to place and follow-up on requests
- Develops and maintains good relationships with financial and business news sources
- Generates guest ideas daily, tapping into a broad array of sources
- Assists Line Producer with production of the show during and after tapings
- Reports (research, write, produce, present) fair and accurate stories as assigned daily to air on Al Rojo Vivo
- Develops and produces live guest segments
- Finds and books compelling guests for the show, following booking protocols
- Conducts pre-interviews of guests and based on their responses, script questions for use by anchors and reporters
- Manages and arranges any necessary travel logistics for guests
- Gathers and verifies news and features information for presentation on air, online and mobile
- Actively participates in daily meetings with story pitches of interest to our viewers
- Develops and maintains contacts with community, popular entertainers, musicians, and key figures
- Develops enterprise and exclusive content
- Collaborates with producers, managers, and photographers to conceptualize, write, and produce stories
- Incorporates social media
- Stays informed regarding current events on a national, international, and regional level
- Completes and submits all release forms as and permits as needed
- Works under the direct supervision of the General Producer and is responsible for completing any other tasks as assigned by supervisor
- Ensures that all work is done under the technical guidelines and operations procedures of Telemundo’s infrastructure and adheres to EHS/OSHA regulations and procedures
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Television Production or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must be fully bilingual in English and Spanish
- Must be able to perform job at locations in and outside work environment with varying weather conditions
- Knowledge of Inews and Media Central
Desired Characteristics:
- Passionate about entertainment
- Energetic, and creative team player
- Creative, highly organized and detail oriented
- Strong interpersonal & Leadership skills
- Proactive thinker/self-starter
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and successfully manage multiple assignments
Additional Requirements:
- This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].
