NBCUniversal
Associate Booking Producer MSNBC The Weekend Primetime
NBCUniversal, New York, New York, us, 10261
Job Description
MSNBC is looking for an Associate Booking Producer for
The Weekend: Primetime
based in NYC airing 6pm-9pm on Saturday and Sunday.
This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.
Responsibilities
Book a wide variety of national and international newsmakers, experts, and guests from various fields including politics, foreign relations, business/economy, health/medicine, entertainment, etc.
Conduct pre-interviews, secure facilities for remote interviews and arrange transportation for guests
Assist in coordinating guest arrivals and communicate with control room and studio
Arrange phone interviews for broadcasts during live, breaking news coverage
Enterprise, conceptualize and pitch story ideas
Qualifications Basic Qualifications
Must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Must have at least 3 years of experience in live television, preferably cable news, including researching information and tracking down guests
Desired Qualifications
Sound journalistic judgment and strong writing skills
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills required
Strong knowledge of social media
Must be detail oriented and able to work under pressure and meet multiple daily deadlines
Knowledge of Avid/Media Central and iNews preferred
Additional Job Requirements
Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
Must be willing to work in New York, NY or DC
Schedule is Wednesday- Sunday
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news
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: $75,000 - $80,000.
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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.
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The Weekend: Primetime
based in NYC airing 6pm-9pm on Saturday and Sunday.
This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.
Responsibilities
Book a wide variety of national and international newsmakers, experts, and guests from various fields including politics, foreign relations, business/economy, health/medicine, entertainment, etc.
Conduct pre-interviews, secure facilities for remote interviews and arrange transportation for guests
Assist in coordinating guest arrivals and communicate with control room and studio
Arrange phone interviews for broadcasts during live, breaking news coverage
Enterprise, conceptualize and pitch story ideas
Qualifications Basic Qualifications
Must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Must have at least 3 years of experience in live television, preferably cable news, including researching information and tracking down guests
Desired Qualifications
Sound journalistic judgment and strong writing skills
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills required
Strong knowledge of social media
Must be detail oriented and able to work under pressure and meet multiple daily deadlines
Knowledge of Avid/Media Central and iNews preferred
Additional Job Requirements
Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
Must be willing to work in New York, NY or DC
Schedule is Wednesday- Sunday
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news
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: $75,000 - $80,000.
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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.
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