Producer, TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle (contract)

As a Producer for TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle, you will be responsible for developing and executing engaging daily segments with a strong focus on pop culture, celebrity interviews, human interest, and lifestyle content.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a short term position with an estimated duration of 24 months or less, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.  

Job Duties

• Pitch, develop, and produce original segments centered on pop culture, celebrity news, human interest, topical conversations and lifestyle content.
• Manage all aspects of segments, including composing research packets, conducting pre-interviews, writing questions, coordinating props, prepping elements and briefing co-hosts.
• Produce both live and taped segments, coordinating shoot logistics, working closely with co-hosts, crew, and overseeing edit sessions.
• Brainstorm fresh and creative content, identify and book new guests and develop franchises.
• Work with Standards & Legal team to ensure editorial standards of all segments.

• 5+ years of editorial experience in production at the network level with morning or daytime television
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of experience
• Demonstrates strong knowledge and interest in pop culture and current events
• Must be willing to work overtime, nights, holidays, and weekends, often with short notice
• Possesses ability to develop story ideas, research and plan segments
• Must be willing/able to work in NYC

Desired Characteristics:

• Passionate about human-interest storytelling and lifestyle content
• Excellent interpersonal skills and storytelling ability
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
• Self-starter with a proactive mindset
• Knowledge of NBC News policies, guidelines, and practices

Additional Requirements:

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Hybrid: this position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

What we’ll offer: Production Employee (PEP) who works more than 1,000 hours per measurement period:    

• Eligible for 401K after 1,000 hours worked in 12 consecutive months  
• Eligible for Health and Welfare benefits on 1st day of employment  
• Eligible to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program after 90 days of employment

Salary Range: $93,000 - $110,000

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.