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Booking Producer - Breaking News, MSNBC Job at MSNBC in New York

Booking Producer - Breaking News, MSNBC Job at MSNBC in New York

MediabistroNew York, NY, United States
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Overview

Booking Producer - Breaking News, MSNBC at MSNBC

MSNBC is looking for motivated producers who are ready to thrive in breaking news situations and grow their careers by flexing multiple production skills. The team covers breaking news overnight, produces taped packages for Morning Joe when there is no breaking news, and creates best-of highlights from primetime for weekend playback. The team also contributes to growing MSNBC’s digital presence and supports line programming.

Key Responsibilities

  • Booking live guests during breaking news coverage when MSNBC is in tape
  • Checking in and communicating with guests during breaking news coverage
  • Contributing to the control room as needed to assist the production team
  • Booking guests for original news packages for Morning Joe
  • Assisting the social media team in monitoring and creating social media content

Qualifications

  • Must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Must have at least 5 years of experience in live television, preferably cable news, including researching information and tracking down guests
  • Desired Qualifications

  • Sound journalistic and news judgment, political experience and strong writing skills
  • Strong Rolodex
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented; able to work under pressure in breaking news environments and meet multiple deadlines
  • Team players who are self-starters and can troubleshoot logistical issues
  • Creative thinkers who bring new ideas to news stories
  • Additional Job Requirements

  • Submit a resume / CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
  • Willing to work in New York, NY
  • Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
  • Willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadlines, including breaking news
  • Benefits & Other Information

    This position is eligible for company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and other perks. Salary range : $100,000 - $120,000. As part of our selection process, external candidates may be asked to attend an in-person interview. NBCUniversal provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and complies with applicable laws.

    Note : Although you’ll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job may transition to Versant in the future.

    Equal Opportunity & Accommodation

    NBCUniversal is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment process due to a disability, you may request it by contacting AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

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