Chat Associate Producer, Today Show

Job Description

Chat Associate Producer, TODAY Show (10AM)

Responsibilities

As Chat Associate Producer for TODAY, you will work directly with producers and senior producers to help pitch, write and produce news and entertainment content for broadcast, with a focus on the daily chat segments.

Responsibilities:
• Curate and pitch pop culture, topical, and other stories for daily coverage in chat segment
• Gather visual elements, prep graphics, and assist with editing for chat and other segment production
• Assist with full scope of production including research, booking, and pre-interviewing
• Write and produce segments (both live and tape)
• Coordinate with technical and operations staff and outside resources selected by producers

Qualifications/Requirements
• Must have at least three years' editorial experience working in production at the network level, preferably with morning television
• Must have a deep knowledge of pop culture
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Must have strong social media knowledge
• Must be proficient in Outlook and iNews

Additional Job Requirements:
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news.
• Must be able to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift with little or no notice if needed.
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and, if partially or fully vaccinated, submitting your vaccination record no later than 7 days following commencement of employment.
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at the commencement of employment or adhere to enhanced protocols if Company determines your job position requires accessing an NBCUniversal worksite.
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.

Desired Characteristics
• DV shooting experience
• Knowledge of non-linear 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

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g32k3n-3-145-119-199-42 in your application.