Associate Producer, Dateline

Job Description

As an Associate Producer, you will work directly with NBC News producers to assist in all aspects of the production of non-fiction, non-scripted content for distribution.

Job Duties:
• Contribute to production of original long form content, including, story development, extensive editorial research, logistics, and conducting pre-interviews and on-camera interviews. Participate in shooting, scripting, and editing as directed
• Produce show segments as needed under the direction of Senior Producer
• Coordinate with technical, operations staff and external resources

Qualifications/Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
• Must have at least 3 years editorial production experience in long form programming for network or cable operations
• Must be proficient in Outlook and iNews
• Must have a Bachelor's degree

Additional Job Requirements:
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news. Schedules will rotate, but must be able to work all shifts, including weekends and overnights
• Must be able to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift with little or no notice as dictated by business need
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA.

Desired Characteristics

Desired Characteristics:
• DV shooting experience, including DSLR
• Ability to light and shoot sit down interviews
• Ability to shoot both breaking news and documentary style b-roll
• Ability to edit with non-linear editing systems especially 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

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d82okd-18-119-126-21-42 in your application.