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As a Producer for NBC'S Nightly News with Lester Holt, you will work directly with Senior Producers, Correspondents and Associate Producers to create original news content, for broadcast and digital platforms.Candidates should take the time to read all the elements of this job advert carefully Please make your application promptly.This will be a 6 month temporary freelance assignment, subject to change.Responsibilities:Overseeing all aspects of production of Nightly News broadcast pieces including booking, writing, ordering or making graphics, gathering elements, and producing both taped interviews and day-of piecesAbility to travel, shoot video and edit non-linear video when neededOversee and manage production team (in-house and in the field), including working with editors, correspondents, remote desks, field teams, Associate Producers and Production AssistantsWillingness to collaborate across platforms, working professionally to gather the strongest elements on a deadlinePitch and develop original story ideas for the Nightly NewsBook and coordinate guestsRequired On-Site: This assignment is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.Qualifications:At least 5 years' editorial experience working in production at the network level, preferably with evening televisionA Bachelor's degreeMust be able to shoot and edit Strong journalistic writing skills, research skills, and editorial judgment Must be willing to work overtime, nights, holidays, and weekends, often with short noticeDemonstrated strong knowledge and interest in news and current eventsProficient in social mediaMust be willing to work in NYCDesired Qualifications:Strong interpersonal and organization skillsAbility to multi-task and prioritize assignmentsStrong storytelling abilitySalary Range: $60/hr - $63/hr