The Field Producer brainstorms and pitches ideas, provides research and reporting and works closely with reporter(s)/anchor(s) to advance stories, break news, book guests and produce segments both in studio and in the field.
What you’ll do:
Working both independently and with reporters/anchors to produce original business news content, primarily for broadcast and additionally for digital, audio and social.
Production responsibilities may include research, conducting interviews, writing and editing, field producing and overseeing editing.
Pitching story ideas and working on assigned stories developed by the editorial planning team.
Establishing and maintaining relationships with and being knowledgeable of and current on companies in the universe of coverage.
Communicating clearly with reporter and field production crews to determine best coverage plan and live remote locations.
Maintaining all video/digital records, feeding necessary and relevant video to bureau/headquarters, communicating to editors and/or desk producers how video should be cut/taken to air.
Communicating with CNBC News desk editors and executive producers on available live times, owning all live hit requests, disseminating hit times to reporter and team on the ground. In the studio, working with reporter on day‑of‑air hits. Locating all video needed whether it be in‑house archival or acquired through shoots, satellite feeds, company hand‑outs.
Working with editors to create video elements for reporter live hits and produce packages, creating chyron elements in show rundowns, ensuring all elements are done correctly.
Alerting reporter to any time changes or timing issues.
Booking taped and live interview segments, thoroughly researching the guest/topic and conducting pre‑interviews.
Taking ownership of the segment from pitch to production, including but not limited to updating CNBC guest tracker, booking feeds, collecting relevant video, working with editors to cut elements for segment, summarizing pre‑interview for reporter or anchor, ensuring correct spelling and pronunciation of guest names and adhering to CNBC’s booking policies.
Planning and contributing to digital and social coverage.
Keeping up to date on universe of coverage, flagging upcoming events in designated sectors to CNBC editorial planning team.
What you’ll bring:
At least 3 years booking, segment producing or field producing in a live television environment with a demonstrated writing ability, research skills, communication skills and editorial judgment.
Deep knowledge of major tech companies, able to read financial statements.
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
What we’ll offer: At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities:
Sweat it out – Free onsite fitness center with state‑of‑the‑art equipment, plus daily group classes.
Eat up – Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars.
Extras – Don’t have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City.
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. Salary range: $130,000–$170,000.
Desired Characteristics:
Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments, while working with multiple reporters and editors on the broadcast and digital teams.
Experience with multiple forms of social media.
Experience with basic field camera operation (DV, DSLR), Avid iNews and content management systems.
Must be willing to travel, often with short notice.
Bachelor’s Degree.
You’ll stand out if:
Experience working with tech companies, having covered major tech events a plus.
Demonstrated strong knowledge and interest in business news and current events and familiarity with the media sector.
Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in‑person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media’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 candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com.
VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.
VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT’s Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.
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What you’ll do:
Working both independently and with reporters/anchors to produce original business news content, primarily for broadcast and additionally for digital, audio and social.
Production responsibilities may include research, conducting interviews, writing and editing, field producing and overseeing editing.
Pitching story ideas and working on assigned stories developed by the editorial planning team.
Establishing and maintaining relationships with and being knowledgeable of and current on companies in the universe of coverage.
Communicating clearly with reporter and field production crews to determine best coverage plan and live remote locations.
Maintaining all video/digital records, feeding necessary and relevant video to bureau/headquarters, communicating to editors and/or desk producers how video should be cut/taken to air.
Communicating with CNBC News desk editors and executive producers on available live times, owning all live hit requests, disseminating hit times to reporter and team on the ground. In the studio, working with reporter on day‑of‑air hits. Locating all video needed whether it be in‑house archival or acquired through shoots, satellite feeds, company hand‑outs.
Working with editors to create video elements for reporter live hits and produce packages, creating chyron elements in show rundowns, ensuring all elements are done correctly.
Alerting reporter to any time changes or timing issues.
Booking taped and live interview segments, thoroughly researching the guest/topic and conducting pre‑interviews.
Taking ownership of the segment from pitch to production, including but not limited to updating CNBC guest tracker, booking feeds, collecting relevant video, working with editors to cut elements for segment, summarizing pre‑interview for reporter or anchor, ensuring correct spelling and pronunciation of guest names and adhering to CNBC’s booking policies.
Planning and contributing to digital and social coverage.
Keeping up to date on universe of coverage, flagging upcoming events in designated sectors to CNBC editorial planning team.
What you’ll bring:
At least 3 years booking, segment producing or field producing in a live television environment with a demonstrated writing ability, research skills, communication skills and editorial judgment.
Deep knowledge of major tech companies, able to read financial statements.
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
What we’ll offer: At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities:
Sweat it out – Free onsite fitness center with state‑of‑the‑art equipment, plus daily group classes.
Eat up – Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars.
Extras – Don’t have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City.
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. Salary range: $130,000–$170,000.
Desired Characteristics:
Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments, while working with multiple reporters and editors on the broadcast and digital teams.
Experience with multiple forms of social media.
Experience with basic field camera operation (DV, DSLR), Avid iNews and content management systems.
Must be willing to travel, often with short notice.
Bachelor’s Degree.
You’ll stand out if:
Experience working with tech companies, having covered major tech events a plus.
Demonstrated strong knowledge and interest in business news and current events and familiarity with the media sector.
Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in‑person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media’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 candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com.
VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.
VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT’s Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.
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