Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

As a News Producer, you will be responsible for the creation of a daily newscast. This role may also work in support of other newscasts or our website by researching stories, writing copy and editing video for both broadcast and digital.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall production and content of newscasts on any platform

• Write news scripts, promos, teases, headlines and topicals and edit with non-linear software

• Assign stories to newscast story producers, specifying the angle, video location, etc

• Conceptualize set graphics and blocking with APC operators and anchors

• Execute live shots and communicate with anchors during live newscasts

• Respond to breaking news with accuracy and urgency

• Stay well-informed of daily news events and knowledgeable of the San Diego news market

• Contribute story ideas, participate in daily coverage decisions and editorial meetings

• Understand NBC 7’s and Telemundo 20’s newscast mission and station priorities

• Research and gather information on assigned stories.

• Write text articles, create and publish video clips and still photos for our website.

• Execute all publishing workflows for video, images and text including publishing to social media platforms

• Manage video livestreams

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both languages.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a broadcast producer

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism or related field

• At least one year prior news editing experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of AP style writing and guidelines

Eligibility Requirements

• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

• Must be 18 years or older

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through the www.nbcunicareers.com site

• Internal applicants must submit via myNBCU Careers

• Must be willing to work at the station in San Diego location

• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

• Must have ability to work any of a 24x7 shift

• Must submit a sample of own work to be considered.

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to work on multiple tasks and stories simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to react to breaking news, updating the news as stories evolve and write intros and leads to video online content

• Demonstrated leadership abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with people while under pressure

• Familiarity with local leaders

• Up to date on and interested in current news events

• Knowledge of laws of libel, slander and applicable FCC rules and regulations

• Personal initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision

• Team player who is flexible

• Displays a positive work ethic and can work under tight deadlines

• High degree of integrity and professionalism

• Strong organizational skills

Additional Requirements:

Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

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: $70,500-$90,000

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].