Field Producer

Job Description

Responsibilities:
• Produce lifestyle stories in/around North Texas, including all aspects of production
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Own the production process in the field, from pitching stories, securing locations, writing of the script and supervising the package editing process
• Work directly with talent in the field, ensuring proper communication in regards to shoot expectations
• Supervise and manage crew members in the field
• Advises production team regarding preconceived ideas vs. physical realities of production setting
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements
Qualifications/Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 3 – 5 years experience in field production for entertainment magazine-style programming, talk shows and/or newsroom
• Knowledge of video camera equipment needed, including appropriate lighting, framing, placement of microphone, and audio monitoring
• Knowledge of Adobe Suite

Eligibility Requirements
• External applicants must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered (Note- job #).
• Must be willing to work at the production center in Fort Worth, Texas, just south of DFW Airport.
• Must be 18 years or greater
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must accept Solutions, as NBCUniversal's Dispute resolution program

Desired Characteristics
• A strong knowledge of North Texas' arts, cultural and lifestyle offerings
• Possess excellent communication, organization and time management skills
• Experience with newsroom computer systems (e.g., iNews, Dalet)
• Understand the distinction between journalistic content and ''paid for'' content as it relates to the program and the legalities of disclosing ''paid for'' content
• Knowledgeable in social media strategy (Twitter, Facebook, etc.)
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) written and verbal preferred
• Must have a passion for, and understanding of, lifestyle content
• Strong editorial judgement; strong research, writing and package writing skills
• Skilled in visualizing and shooting concepts effectively
• Work well in high-pressure and short-deadline situations
• Willingness to work as a member of a collaborative team as well independently
• Must have strong computer skills

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g6k3kq-3-19-31-73-42 in your application.