Content Producer, NBC4 Los Angeles

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.

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Job Description

NBC4 Los Angeles is looking for a Content Producer to collaborate with our team of exceptional journalists to create engaging and compelling content for our broadcast and digital platforms.

Here You Can:

• Work closely with Platform Managers (producers), Executive Producers and Assignment editors as well as Reporters and Anchors to produce engaging and informative news stories.
• Must be able to fill-in produce newscast across platforms.
• Use your strong organizational skills and work efficiently to meet fast-paced deadlines.
• Partner with our dedicated digital team to create content for all NBC4 platforms including streaming.
• Take charge of the big headlines, create memorable stories, and effective teases.
• Play an active role in the editorial process by pitching story and coverage ideas.
• Be responsible for the editorial integrity of all stories including visuals and copy.
• Responsible for the factual integrity of all copy that is assigned. Will write, edit and produce content for multiple platforms.

Additional Information:  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: $75,000 - $108,000

Qualifications

• At least 5 plus years of experience producing or writing and editing for a daily newscast
• Excellent Writing Skills
• Strong experience with desktop editing with exposure to Dalet preferred but not required
• Must be willing and able to work weekends, holidays and varying shifts as assigned and when necessary to meet operational demands
• Journalism degree or equivalent Mid to Major market experience

Eligibility Requirements:

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/cover letter through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Desired Characteristics:

• Bilingual in Spanish a plus
• Deep knowledge of and interest in current events, politics and pop culture in Southern California
• Experience working in the Los Angeles market.
• Knowledge and understanding of various media platforms.
• Pioneering spirit with a desire to learn emerging technologies and invent the future
• Ability to solve problems, prioritize decisions and act decisively under deadline
• Stay connected with local news in our communities through e-mails, social media and news releases
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Strategic thinking, researching and organizational skills
• Excellent time-management skills, prioritize assignments to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with other team members

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.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

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].