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Job Description
As a Production Assistant with the TODAY Show, you will work closely with the TODAY editorial team and control room teams on the rundown of the broadcast. You will also serve as a resource for vacation and other PTO coverage for essential broadcast positions.
Responsibilities
Create Show Rundown and other supporting paperwork
Work directly with control room production team
Working directly with producers on segments
Gather elements for segments
Have strong editorial judgement
Work with a video editor on the Show Podcast
Send affiliate morning notes
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of news production and/or administrative experience
Exceptional computer skills with proficiency in MS Office Suite and social media
Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news; must be available on weekends
Strong interest in news, entertainment, and current events
Must be willing to work in New York City
Desired Characteristics
Demonstrated strong knowledge and interest in news and current events
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with all levels of management
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
Flexible, organized, self-starter, and extremely detail-oriented – able to seek out answers and resources on own
Exceptional time management skills with the ability to prioritize and juggle numerous projects and deadlines in an extremely fast-paced and high-volume environment
Proactive thinker with understanding of how to apply data
Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and on a team
Knowledge of iNews, AVID, Media Central and editing software
Awareness of NBC News programs, on-air correspondents, policies, guidelines and practices
Knowledge of Frequency software
Additional Job Requirements
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three 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 - $31/hour
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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Production
Industries
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution, Entertainment Providers, and Media Production
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