Producer, NBC Boston

The NBC10 Boston News Producer will be responsible for news of the day, special coverage, in-depth stories, breaking news and other news-related content as needed.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the content and overall production of the local newscasts; Oversee all details of the broadcast while working closely with all members of the news team; Stack the rundown and manage the on-air broadcast from the control room; Contribute story ideas for the newscast and work closely with reporters to execute those ideas; Produce news stories and specials as assigned; Oversee and write the news briefs and daily promos when needed; Respond quickly and aggressively to breaking news and getting information on the air; Copy-edit reporter scripts as well as all newscast copy; Must work a flexible schedule when needed to cover other shifts and breaking news; Field produce stories for the on-air newscast and other news content platforms; Ensure accuracy of and update information for the on-air news ticker/crawl at the bottom of the screen

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of television news line producing experience; Minimum of 3 years of technical skills in news production including creating show rundowns; Must be proficient in desktop editing; College degree or equivalent experience in Journalism required; Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States; Must be 18 years or older; Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program; Required on-site: full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite

Nice to have

Excellent tease-writing skills; Driven interest in current events & local issues; High degree of flexibility in scheduling and assignments with a willingness to travel and work overtime and on weekends with short notice; Ability to work any of a 24/7 shift, holidays, weekends and respond to breaking news events; Must be willing to work in Needham, MA

Benefits

Company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance; 401(k); paid leave; tuition reimbursement; a variety of other discounts and perks