Producer, NBC Boston & NECN
The NBC10 Boston News Producer will be responsible for news of the day, special coverage, in-depth stories, breaking news and other news-related content as needed.
Job Duties:
Responsible for the content and overall production of the local newscasts
Oversee all details of the broadcast while working closely with all members of the news team
Stack the rundown and manage the on-air broadcast from the control room
Contribute story ideas for the newscast and work closely with reporters to execute those ideas
Produce news stories and specials as assigned
Oversee and write the news briefs and daily promos when needed
Respond quickly and aggressively to breaking news and getting information on the air
Copy-edit reporter scripts as well as all newscast copy
Must work a flexible schedule when needed to cover other shifts and breaking news
Field produce stories for the on-air newscast and other news content platforms
Ensure accuracy of and update information for the on-air news ticker/crawl at the bottom of the screen
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 years of television news line producing experience
Minimum of 3 years of technical skills in news production including creating show rundowns
Must be proficient in desktop editing
College degree or equivalent experience in Journalism required
Desired Qualifications:
Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
Must be willing to work in Needham, MA
High degree of flexibility in scheduling and assignments with a willingness to travel and work overtime and on weekends with short notice
Ability to work any of a 24/7 shift, holidays, weekends and respond to breaking news events
Excellent tease-writing skills
Driven interest in current events & local issues
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
Must be 18 years or older.
Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.