Senior Producer - Breaking News, MSNBC Job at MSNBC in New York

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MSNBC is looking for a motivated Senior Producer who thrives in breaking news situations and wants to grow their career by flexing multiple production skills regularly. The team covers breaking news overnight and, when no breaking news is happening, produces taped packages for Morning Joe and best-of highlights from primetime for weekend playback. The role also supports the digital space and helps grow the MSNBC brand.

Key Responsibilities Oversee line producer and production team for breaking news coverage during hours MSNBC is in tape

Drive editorial content during breaking news coverage

Vet material for air under deadline pressure, including video, graphics and information for anchors

Help manage the control room during breaking news and assign production staff

Work with segment producers to create live segments

Contribute to oversight of original news packages for Morning Joe

Aid in assembling taped hours from existing MSNBC shows

Deliver taped shows to master control

Assist social media team in monitoring and creating social media content

Fill in for Executive Producer as needed

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

At least 7 years of experience in live television (e.g., morning shows, cable shows, broadcast TV)

At least 3 years of control room experience

Desired Qualifications Control room experience is a must; line-producing experience preferred

Experience managing a team of producers and leading editorial discussions

Experience editing scripts for time, accuracy and storytelling

Exceptional editorial skills : identify stories with high potential for provocative, compelling television

Strong writing and teasing skills

Knowledge of current events, politics and pop culture

Strong time management skills

Additional Job Requirements Submit a resume / CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered

Willingness to work in New York, NY

Unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Willing and able to work flexible hours under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and other discounts and perks. Salary range : $135,000 - $190,000.

Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.

NBCUniversal provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to protected characteristics or status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application / recruitment process due to disability, you can request it by contacting AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

Although you’ll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and responsibilities may transition to Versant in the future as the company reorganizes.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution, Entertainment Providers, and Media Production

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