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DreamWorks Animation · 1 day ago

Weekend Multiplatform News Content Producer, NBC 5 Chicago

454 N.Columbus Dr., Chicago, ILLINOIS

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$65K/yr - $105K/yr

2+ years exp

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. They are seeking a multiplatform content producer to create compelling and engaging news stories for their broadcast and digital platforms, working closely with journalists and other team members.

AnimationFilmMedia and Entertainment

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Platform Managers, Daypart Managers and Assignment Editors, as well as Reporters and Anchors, to create high-quality and informative news stories with integrity and accuracy

Produce, write, edit, and publish news stories for all WMAQ’s news platforms, including broadcast, website, streaming channels, and OTT apps

Use strong organizational skills to work quickly to meet fast-paced deadlines

Participate in editorial planning sessions and provide original story ideas

Add content to our digital and social platforms in conjunction with our dedicated digital content team

Fill in as broadcast line producer when needed on WMAQ newscasts and special programs

Field-produce for special segments, programs and/or newscasts

Take ownership of assigned stories by gathering information, making calls and booking guests as needed

Qualification

News writingVideo editingGraphics creationFluency in SpanishStorytellingResearch skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTime managementProblem-solving

Required

A strong sense of story and compelling visual style

Superb written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

A desire to play an active role in the editorial process

Strategic thinking, research, and organizational skills

Excellent time management skills to prioritize assignments to meet deadlines

Minimum 2 years' experience with news writing, producing, and desktop editing across multiple platforms and social media

Proven experience in video editing for news or broadcast environments

Strong skills in graphics creation

Ability to work overnight shift, weekends, longer hours, and varying shifts as assigned to meet production and broadcast deadlines

Must be willing to work in severe weather emergencies and/or extended news coverage

Research, write and produce strong editorial copy with speed and accuracy in a fast-paced environment

Must have the ability to organize and manage priorities under tight deadlines and high-pressure situations; must have the ability to multi-task and adapt quickly to change

Deep knowledge of current events and top news stories

Be willing to work in Chicago, IL

Submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered for this position

Have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States