NBCUniversal
Weekend Multiplatform News Content Producer NBC 5 Chicago
NBCUniversal, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Description
WMAQ-TV, NBC Chicago is looking for a multiplatform content producer to work with our team of exceptional journalists to use story-centricity to create compelling and engaging stories for our broadcast and digital platforms.
HERE YOU WILL:
Work closely with the Platform Managers, Daypart Managers and Assignment Editors, as well as Reporters and Anchors, to create high-quality and informative news stories with integrity and accuracy
Produce, write, edit, and publish news stories for all WMAQ’s news platforms, including broadcast, website, streaming channels, and OTT apps
Use strong organizational skills to work quickly to meet fast-paced deadlines
Participate in editorial planning sessions and provide original story ideas
Add content to our digital and social platforms in conjunction with our dedicated digital content team
Fill in as broadcast line producer when needed on WMAQ newscasts and special programs
Field-produce for special segments, programs and/or newscasts
Take ownership of assigned stories by gathering information, making calls and booking guests as needed
Qualifications:
A strong sense of story and compelling visual style
Superb written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
A desire to play an active role in the editorial process
Strategic thinking, research, and organizational skills
Excellent time management skills to prioritize assignments to meet deadlines
Minimum 2 years’ experience with news writing, producing, and desktop editing across multiple platforms and social media
Proven experience in video editing for news or broadcast environments.
Strong skills in graphics creation
Ability to work overnight shift, weekends, longer hours, and varying shifts as assigned to meet production and broadcast deadlines
Must be willing to work in severe weather emergencies and/or extended news coverage
Research, write and produce strong editorial copy with speed and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
Must have the ability to organize and manage priorities under tight deadlines and high-pressure situations; must have the ability to multi-task and adapt quickly to change
Deep knowledge of current events and top news stories
CHARACTERISTICS:
Fluency in English and Spanish, both written and verbal
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 under deadline
Experience working or living in the Chicago area market
Able to cultivate new information from outside sources to generate creative story ideas and gather reliable information for news content
Knowledgeable in navigating the internet to find stories and information
Able to excel and be productive within a fast-paced and multi-cultural news team environment
ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Be willing to work in Chicago, IL
Submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered for this position
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.
Salary Range: $65,000-$105,000
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.
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.
Compensation: $65,000-$65,000 per year
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WMAQ-TV, NBC Chicago is looking for a multiplatform content producer to work with our team of exceptional journalists to use story-centricity to create compelling and engaging stories for our broadcast and digital platforms.
HERE YOU WILL:
Work closely with the Platform Managers, Daypart Managers and Assignment Editors, as well as Reporters and Anchors, to create high-quality and informative news stories with integrity and accuracy
Produce, write, edit, and publish news stories for all WMAQ’s news platforms, including broadcast, website, streaming channels, and OTT apps
Use strong organizational skills to work quickly to meet fast-paced deadlines
Participate in editorial planning sessions and provide original story ideas
Add content to our digital and social platforms in conjunction with our dedicated digital content team
Fill in as broadcast line producer when needed on WMAQ newscasts and special programs
Field-produce for special segments, programs and/or newscasts
Take ownership of assigned stories by gathering information, making calls and booking guests as needed
Qualifications:
A strong sense of story and compelling visual style
Superb written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
A desire to play an active role in the editorial process
Strategic thinking, research, and organizational skills
Excellent time management skills to prioritize assignments to meet deadlines
Minimum 2 years’ experience with news writing, producing, and desktop editing across multiple platforms and social media
Proven experience in video editing for news or broadcast environments.
Strong skills in graphics creation
Ability to work overnight shift, weekends, longer hours, and varying shifts as assigned to meet production and broadcast deadlines
Must be willing to work in severe weather emergencies and/or extended news coverage
Research, write and produce strong editorial copy with speed and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
Must have the ability to organize and manage priorities under tight deadlines and high-pressure situations; must have the ability to multi-task and adapt quickly to change
Deep knowledge of current events and top news stories
CHARACTERISTICS:
Fluency in English and Spanish, both written and verbal
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 under deadline
Experience working or living in the Chicago area market
Able to cultivate new information from outside sources to generate creative story ideas and gather reliable information for news content
Knowledgeable in navigating the internet to find stories and information
Able to excel and be productive within a fast-paced and multi-cultural news team environment
ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Be willing to work in Chicago, IL
Submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered for this position
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.
Salary Range: $65,000-$105,000
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.
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.
Compensation: $65,000-$65,000 per year
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