Production Assistant, News NOW Daily, 2pm - 4pm Job at NBCUniversal, New York, NY

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  • NBCUniversal
  • New York, NY

Job Description



NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description



We’re looking for an emerging journalist who has solid news judgement and is passionate about story telling. This person will be a part of a team that covers big news stories of the day and breaking news coverage. Get in touch if you love to edit video, have experience in making graphics, and can work under a deadline. This position will work a 8am – 4pm ET shift. Creativity and being a team player also a key part of the job.
This position is represented by the NewsGuild-CWA.

Responsibilities:
  • Work closely with Associate Producers and Producers by assisting them in editing video and graphics.
  • Help research and fact check stories with speed and accuracy.
  • Pitch smart and engaging stories for daily and future segments that will resonate with our audience.
  • Keep a constant eye on show rundowns to make sure our video and graphics are in place, accurate and current.
  • Mine and edit the best video and sound for assigned stories.

Qualifications

  • You’ve worked in broadcast, digital or cable, including internships, for at least 2+ years.
  • You know how to edit video on Avid.
  • You’ve got an interest and passion for journalism and are up on the latest news across multiple subject areas.
  • You have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience.
  • You are willing to work in New York, New York.

Desired Characteristics

  • You are able to handle multiple projects with attention to detail under intense deadline.
  • You are proactive and able to contribute fresh ideas and perspective to your daily assignments.
  • You live for the moments when news is breaking and time to air is short.
  • You thrive working in a collaborative team environment.
  • You pay attention to the details of everything you work on.
  • You’re ready to jump in on projects as they come up.

Additional Requirements

  • Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

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: $28.12/hour - $28.12/hour.

Additional Information



As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

Job Tags

Daily paid, Full time, Work experience placement, Internship, Work at office, Local area, Shift work, 3 days per week,

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