Platform Manager NBC4 Los Angeles

Job Description
NBC4 is seeking a Platform Manager (Newscast Producer) who will be responsible for producing newscasts, breaking news and special events across all the station’s linear and online platforms.

We are looking for a rockstar producer who is full of ideas and creativity who can take a show or a project from pitch to production. Do you love breaking news, digging deeper into the big story and writing compelling teas? If so, we are looking for you!

Maintain editorial standards aligned with the “4 You” brand (fairness, accuracy, balance) including playing an active role in the editorial process

Produce assigned daily newscasts, breaking news, and special projects across linear and digital platforms

Lead creative production and writing, including compelling teas and headline-driven storytelling

Partner with content producers to select, shape, and sequence the most relevant stories

Collaborate with anchors, directors, and the production team to deliver smooth, seamless newscasts

Coordinate with Daypart and Platform Managers to ensure complete local coverage across platforms

Work with the digital team to integrate social/mobile content and advocate for station digital platforms

Write, produce, desktop edit, and gather content as needed across platforms

Coach, mentor, and help support a pool of content producers as needed

Produce content for special projects assigned

Basic Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of experience producing a high-quality, daily newscast under tight deadlines in a major market

Must be willing and able to work weekends, holidays and varying shifts as assigned and when necessary to meet operational demands

Strong experience with writing, producing, and desktop editing including systems like Dalet and Adobe Premiere

Proficiency in newsroom production software and broadcast technology

Eligibility Requirements

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

Must be 18 years or greater.

Must have a valid driver's license

Interested candidates must submit a resume/cover letter through nbcunicareers.com to be considered

Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA

Desired Characteristics

Strong news judgment and connection to local communities with preferred Los Angeles market experience

Innovative and quick to learn new tools and technology

Fast, accurate producer who thrives on deadline

Highly organized self-starter with strong time management, attention to detail, and prioritization

Clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills

Strong research, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills

Calm leader in a crisis or breaking news

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: $100,000 - $140,000

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.

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

Compensation
$100,000-$100,000 per year

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