Video Desk Associate Producer, NBC News Digital
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About the role
The NBC News Digital Newsgathering unit is looking for an Associate Producer to join the video team. This role involves producing short-form video content for NBCNews.com and mobile and social platforms in a highly collaborative environment at the core of NBC News’s newsgathering operation.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with NBC News producers and editors in New York and across bureaus on the acquisition, selection, editing, publishing, and distribution of live and on-demand video content.
- Monitor and review incoming feeds, NBC off-air, and digital streaming channels to identify compelling video and newsworthy moments.
- Edit user-generated videos and raw feeds, adding graphics to enhance context and reporting.
- Write text for headlines, captions, and on-screen graphics.
- Tag video content with editorially relevant metadata.
- Select, edit, and publish images to promote video clips.
- Resurface relevant past interviews and footage from the archives.
- Help teams identify and address problems quickly when they arise.
- Work a flexible schedule, including early mornings and weekends as news dictates.
Requirements
- One or more years of experience producing and editing video for digital, social, and/or mobile platforms.
- Familiarity with nonlinear editing systems such as Avid and Premiere.
- Strong journalistic writing skills and editorial judgment.
- Familiarity with AP Style and SEO best practices.
- Experience with or familiarity with content management/online publishing systems.
- Strong knowledge of and interest in current events and a superior eye for spotting compelling video.
- Experience crafting fair and accurate headlines and informative captions.
- Basic photo editing skills.
- Speedy decision-making and quick reactions to newsworthy topics.
- Strong organizational skills and work ethic.
- Ability to take direction well and provide self-direction.
- Ability to work calmly in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments under extreme deadlines.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, or another discipline emphasizing storytelling and multimedia creation, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Further background in broadcast news production.
- Experience with Avid video editing is a plus.
- Knowledge of NBC News policies, guidelines, and practices.
Schedule
Hybrid: This position requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The schedule includes early mornings and weekends as news dictates.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Variety of discounts and perks
Pay
Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000
Location: New York City