NBCUniversal

Media

AssistantNewsDirector

$85–135k ~AI est. Hartford, Connecticut, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Assistant News Director at NBCUniversal. Skills: Broadcast news production, Content management, Live television. Oversee daily news production operations. Manage news production staff”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver high-quality newscasts; Meet broadcast deadlines; Maintain production standards

Industry & Context.

Media
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshooting production issues; Crisis management

Eligibility Requirements

Ability to work flexible hours, Ability to work under pressure

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years of experience in broadcast news production, Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field, Experience with newsroom software, Experience with video editing software, Experience with live television production

Nice to Have

Master's degree preferred, Experience with ENPS, Experience with iNEWS, Experience with Avid, Experience with Adobe Premiere

What You'll Do.

Oversee daily news production operations

Manage news production staff

Ensure quality and accuracy of newscasts

Coordinate with reporters and anchors

Supervise live television production

Manage newsroom software and equipment

Develop and implement production strategies

Train new production staff

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

News production staff; Reporters; Anchors; Management

Communication Scope

Broadcast communication; Team communication

Process & Methodology

Production planning, Resource allocation

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