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NBCUniversal · 3 hours ago

Executive Assistant, NBC News

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$22.85/hr - $28.85/hr

1+ years exp

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. NBC News is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Senior Vice President of Standards, serving as a key liaison and managing a range of administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment.

BroadcastingMedia and EntertainmentNews

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide high-level administrative support including calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, expense reporting, and general office management tasks

Organize and schedule meetings and conference calls with both internal stakeholders and external partners, often adjusting plans quickly based on shifting priorities

Manage heavy phone and email communication with senior-level executives and staff across the organization

Screen calls, visitors, and correspondence; respond to routine inquiries and provide relevant information as needed

Exercise sound judgment when handling inquiries from vendors, candidates, and employees; resolve issues as appropriate

Maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

Plan and execute internal events and meetings, including senior staff gatherings and off-sites—managing all logistics such as vendor coordination, catering, AV setup, and scheduling

Qualification

Microsoft Office SuiteNews production experienceSocial media platformsOrganizational skillsDiscretionPassion for newsVideo editing softwareINewsAVID InterplayCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTime managementTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of one year of experience in news production and/or executive-level administrative support

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with social media platforms

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization

Proven ability to handle confidential information with the utmost professionalism

Self-starter with excellent organizational skills and a strong attention to detail

Exceptional time management skills; able to balance multiple projects in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment

Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, or overtime as needed—especially during breaking news events

Must be based in or willing to work in New York City, in person five days a week

Preferred

Experience in a fast-paced media or production environment

Strong sense of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive materials

Proactive mindset with the ability to analyze information and anticipate needs

Comfortable working independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Familiarity with NBC News programming, on-air talent, and internal workflows

Experience with newsroom tools such as iNews, AVID Interplay, and video editing software

A genuine passion for news and politics

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

A variety of other discounts and perks

Company

NBCUniversal

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NBCUniversal is a media company that provides entertainment and news development, production, distribution, and marketing services. It is a sub-organization of Comcast.

Founded in 1912

New York, New York, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.nbcuniversal.com/

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