News Desk Producer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Develop and distribute content to NBC affiliates, the NBC News Group, and international partners.

• Write and refine stories in close partnership with the newsgathering team.

• Apply strong editorial judgment to effectively prioritize and publish content.

• Assign stories to writers, promote stories, and ensure editorial accuracy through review.

• Work collaboratively with the assignment desk and regional producers.

• Respond promptly to breaking news situations.

• Deliver exceptional customer service to the NBC News Group, affiliates, and clients.

• Open to working weekends, nights, holidays, and varied schedules.

• Must be available for on-call duties during breaking news events.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 10 years of experience as a local or network news producer/writer.

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism or communications.

• Must be willing to work weekends, nights, and holidays.

• Must be available to work flexible hours during significant breaking news events.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong editorial judgment and customer service capabilities.

• Ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced, high-pressure setting.

• Proficiency in multitasking and prioritizing assignments.

• Strong work ethic and organizational abilities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) plan.

• Paid leave.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• A range of additional discounts and perks.