Producer, Licensing and Syndication (PEP)

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.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company (‘SpinCo’) comprised of most of NBCUniversal’s cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

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

NBC News is seeking a Producer to assist in all aspects of Licensing and Syndication.

Job Duties:

• Ensure that licensed and syndicated programs are editorially up to date.
• Re-format material to match client timing requirements.
• Fact-check original scripts, researching for legal and other potential story updates. Revise copy as necessary.
• Write on camera host copy.
• Vet rights and clearances information and work with team to identify replacement materials.
• Facilitate shoots.
• Supervise edits.
• Oversee a production team of associate producers, production assistants and editors.
• Coordinate with technical, operations staff.
• Manage and work within the parameters of a pre-determined budget.
• Collaborate with original story producers and correspondents. Contribute to original longform production work as needed.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a short-term position with an estimated duration of 24 months or less, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of production experience in digital and/or TV news (cable or broadcast).
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, English, History, or a related field of study.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice.

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong journalistic writing skills, organization, research skills and editorial judgment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and I-news.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
• Knowledge of NBC News Policies, Guidelines and Practices.

Additional Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

What we’ll offer: Production Employee (PEP) Regular who works more than 1,000 hours per measurement period:

• Eligible for 401K after 1,000 hours worked in 12 consecutive months
• Eligible for Health and Welfare benefits on 1st day of employment
• Eligible to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program after 90 days of employment

Salary range: $90,000 – $170,000

Additional Information

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

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

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