Associate Producer, Short-form Video, NBC News Digital

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NBC News Digital Video Productions is seeking a creative associate producer to produce, script, shoot and edit video for NBC News’ digital platforms. Responsibilities include but are not limited to creating original social videos for NBC News, helping evolve the overall social video presence with a focus on vertical video for TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat and the NBC News app, as well as other emerging platforms; identifying key news moments and figuring out the best companion vertical video; collaborating with editors, reporters and correspondents on social video opportunities. The candidate should be passionate about news and storytelling, and should be ready for a fast-paced environment. 

This position is located in New York and represented by the News Guild – NY CWA.

Responsibilities:

• Follow the biggest news stories and latest developments around them for possible vertical video treatment
• Stay abreast of stories being pursued across NBC News platforms and shows and spot opportunities in vertical video around planned or developing coverage
• Pitch, research, shoot, and edit original social video for NBC News
• Collaborate with correspondents, reporters and NBC talent to bring stories to life
• Experiment with new formats 
• Stay up to date on important news stories and stay true to our news standards

• 2 or more years of producing, shooting and editing vertical video
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of relevant working experience
• An understanding of analytics and the ability to absorb feedback on content performance
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Experience shooting on iPhone 
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere
• Ability to pivot quickly to breaking news assignments and adjust priorities as needed
• Willingness to occasionally work extended hours based on news demands and deadlines

Desired Characteristics

• Experience editing content for a variety of platforms
• Team player who is flexible and works well under pressure
• Ability to multitask and juggle multiple projects at once

Additional Requirements:

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

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $75,000 - $85,000

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.

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