Associate Producer, Nightly News

Associate Producer, Nightly News

The Associate Producer role at Nightly News is a premiere role to help TV journalists take their careers to the next level. A Nightly News Associate Producer contributes editorially and functionally, owning key production aspects of the show, including headline producing, graphic producing and video producing. The role also provides a clear pathway to producing cut pieces for Nightly News, setting AP's up for the future.
Responsibilities:
Assist with all aspects of production, from editing VOs for the broadcast, to coordinating graphics, to video producing
Pitch and produce. Nightly News Associate Producers are expected to pitch stories and then develop, produce, and sometimes write the pieces for air on the broadcast
Assist producers and senior producers in the development of stories – booking, pre-interviewing, and element-gathering
Train and work toward owning day-of producing: AP's will train with producers to learn day-of package producing skills, how to gather, coordinate editorial and own all aspects of a day-of news piece
Qualifications:
At least 5 years of editorial experience working in production at the network or cable level, preferably with evening television
Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience.
Shooting and desktop editing skills, and preliminary package producing skills required
Proficient in Outlook and iNews
Willing and able to travel and work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news; ability to work overnight, nights, holidays, and weekends, often with short notice
Must be able to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift with little or no notice, if needed
Willing and able to work in NYC
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Desired Characteristics:
DV shooting experience
Advanced knowledge of desk editing systems including Avid
Demonstrated strong knowledge and interest in news and current events
Strong journalistic writing skills, research skills, and editorial judgment
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
Knowledge of NBC News Policies and Guidelines and Practices
Additional Requirements:
Hybrid:

This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The company reserves the right to change the requirements at any time.
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:

$75,000 - $90,000