Producer jobs in Miami, FL

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

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. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

The Producer will be responsible for the development and production of news packages needed for different newscasts. 

Responsibilities:

•    Research, write and produce strong editorial copy and packages with speed and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
•    Produce live segments, including writing sharp questions and identifying the strongest possible elements when booking guests.
•    Pitch the most relevant, timely and compelling ideas for day-of and future segments.
•    Quality checks all video content and keep Executive Producer and Line Producer up to date with daily news development of assigned stories.
•    Secure elements such as sound bites and video to support segments and packages.
•    Generate original guest ideas daily, tapping into a broad array of sources for ideas.
•    Support correspondents with interviews, coordination, script revision as well as supervising the editing.
•    Field producer on locations when needed.
•    Work with the local NBC Production Support team for when additional technical support is needed such as extra audio personnel and gear.
•    Be responsible for finding locations for live shots, prepare permits, location releases, and needed Insurance paperwork for those locations.
•    Will work directly with other teams in all aspects including when large show remotes happen throughout the year.
•    Works under the direct supervision of the Executive Producer and is responsible for completing any other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

•    Minimum 5 years of experience working in 1V broadcast production with a focus on News and Special programming.
•    Minimum 2 year of experience managing workflows and working with other teams.
•    Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or related field.
•    Proficient written and verbal communication in English and Spanish.

Eligibility Requirements: 

•    Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered (job #: )
•    Willingness to travel with short notice and on weekends
•    Willingness to work flexible hours including late and/or last-minute scheduling changes in a 24/7 production work environment
•    Must be willing to work in the greater Miami area

•    Must be 18 years or older
•    Must have a valid driver's license
•    Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
•    Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU's Alternative Dispute 

Desired Characteristics:

•    Proven solid writing skills and editorial judgment.
•    Graphically creative.
•    Demonstrated strong knowledge of the Hispanic market in the United States
•    Exhibits knowledge of current events, politics and pop culture.
•    Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced, dead-line driven environment.
•    Accustomed to working in a team and collaborating with all levels within the organization.
•    Demonstrated self-starter .
•    Multi-task and juggle producing multiple stories for regular and breaking-news programming .

Additional Information

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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