Producer, NBC News Original Social Video

This is a Full Time Job

NBC News Digital Video Productions is seeking an experienced and creative journalist, to produce, script, shoot and edit for its original social video team.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Creating original social videos for NBC News and our GenZ news brand Stay Tuned
• Helping evolve the overall social video presence of these news brands with a focus on vertical video for TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Snapchat
• Identifying key news moments and figuring out the best companion social video.

This position is represented by the News Guild-NY CWA.

Responsibilities:
• Research, pitch, shoot, and edit original social video for NBC News and our GenZ news brand Stay Tuned across various social platforms including Snapchat, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram
• Collaborate with other producers, editors, DPs, and motion designers to bring stories to life
• Experiment with new formats and pilot original series native to each social platform
• Producing reporters and talent for original vertical social video
• Stay up to date on important news stories & issues that are important to Gen Z

Qualifications:
• 3 or more years of producing, shooting, and editing social video experience
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of relevant working experience
• Fluent in the culture of social media and online communities – especially TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Snapchat
• A strong understanding of social analytics, and the ability to provide informed feedback on content performance
• Strong news judgment and excellent writing, research, interviewing, and communication skills
• Experience shooting on professional Sony/Canon camera systems and iPhone
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere and social in-app editing tools
• Experience collaborating with and coaching on-camera talent
• Flexibility to respond to breaking news situations outside of regular working hours
• Willingness to work weekends or irregular hours based on news demands

Desired Characteristics:
• Ability to pivot quickly to breaking news assignments and adjust priorities as needed
• Ability to multitask and juggle multiple projects at once
• Passion for editorially-driven, non-fiction filmmaking

Additional Requirements:
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three 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: $85,000 - $110,000