Associate Producer, Licensing and Syndication

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

As an Associate Producer, you will support the adaptation, updating, and distribution of NBC News longform content- including Dateline- across licensing and syndication partners. Working closely with producers, you will help prepare existing programs for new platforms and audiences through editorial updates, research, and production support.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a short term position with an estimated duration of 6 months, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed. 

Responsibilities:

• Research and fact-check story details in existing shows, calling attorneys, reading court records and contacting interview subjects for updated information.
• Assist with shoots as directed.
• Organize media for edit.
• Screen episodes for quality control.
• Update scripts and archival records.
• Create Rights and Clearances spreadsheet, organizing footage and stills.
• Participate in the scripting of legal and/or story updates.
• Research and procure archival footage for story updates.
• Coordinate with technical, operations staff and external resources.
• Create Music Cue Sheets.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of editorial production experience in long form programming for broadcast, streaming or cable network.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Strong journalistic writing skills, research skills, and editorial judgment
• Ability to learn a variety of apps/programs quickly – such as iNEWS, Airtable, and Media Central.

Desired Characteristics:

• Knowledge of NBC News Policies and Guidelines and Practices
• Demonstrated strong knowledge and interest in true crime, investigative journalism and current events
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
• Ability to communicate well with the team on the story as well as your manager
• Ability to edit with non-linear editing systems especially Avid a plus, but not necessary.

Additional Job Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

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: $65,000 - $80,000

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 [email protected].