What are the responsibilities and job description for the News Desk Digital Producer - NBC Sports position at NBCUniversal?
62292BR
Digital Media
NBC Sports Group
Responsibilities
Role Purpose
NBC Sports Digital is looking for a newsdesk producer to join our growing team. The role includes day-to-day editorial maintenance and production of the site, as well as working with internal stakeholders (sales, marketing, broadcast) and external stakeholders to ensure proper execution of NBC Sports content.
Responsibilities
NBC Sports Digital is looking for a newsdesk producer to join our growing team. The role includes day-to-day editorial maintenance and production of the site, as well as working with internal stakeholders (sales, marketing, broadcast) and external stakeholders to ensure proper execution of NBC Sports content.
Responsibilities
- Produce and edit content on NBCSports.com as part of a 24/7 sports news cycle, including monitoring wires, editing copy, writing headlines, programming complementary video content and managing day-to-day story placement.
- Publish, optimize, and distribute video tailored for nbcsports.com, the NBC Sports app, and YouTube.
- Consult on production of original digital videos, specifically for YouTube.
- Optimize and package written content for SEO and external partners to maximize sharing, engagement, and video/livestreaming consumption.
- Distribute NBC Sports written and video content via app notifications, YouTube, and external partners.
- Program editorial content across multiple apps and digital platforms, including connected devices and mobile.
- React to news about core NBC Sports properties, such as Sunday Night Football, NASCAR, Premier League, NHL, Olympics, Notre Dame Football, etc., and coordinate appropriate coverage with writing and digital video production staff.
Qualifications/Requirements
Basic Qualifications
Eligibility Requirements
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Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism or Digital Media or related field
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Minimum two (2) years’ experience working in digital media or newsroom
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Excellent writing and editing skills required
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Proficiency with Photoshop
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Proven SEO experience
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Ability to apply analytical thinking to daily tasks
- Ability to work long hours as needed, including weekends and holidays
Eligibility Requirements
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Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
- Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT
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Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
- Must be 18 years or older
- It is the policy of NBCUniversal and NBCUniversal’ s affiliated businesses to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Desired Characteristics
Desired Characteristics
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In-depth knowledge of successful digital content strategies
- Excellent communication skills
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Ability to watch our network and view our website on a regular basis
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General understanding of digital livestreaming platforms
- Basic knowledge of core NBC Sports properties, such as Sunday Night Football, NASCAR, Premier League, NHL, Olympics, Notre Dame Football, Golf, strongly preferred
Sub-Business
NBC Sports Group Production
Career Level
Entry-Level
City
Stamford
State/Province
Connecticut
Country
United States
About Us
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Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. We believe that our workforce should represent the communities we live in, so that together, we can continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world. Click here to learn more about Comcast NBCUniversal’s commitment and how we are making an impact.
Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. We believe that our workforce should represent the communities we live in, so that together, we can continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world. Click here to learn more about Comcast NBCUniversal’s commitment and how we are making an impact.
Notices
NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.
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