Production assistant news - news at NBC Sports , NY

Production Assistant – NBC Sports (New York, NY)

• Assist with multiple aspects of production including compiling research for the production team and talent, creating graphics and lower thirds during breaking news and special coverage, and sourcing and transcribing video.
• Research and compile visual elements for air.
• Help monitor social media and web for breaking news or long‑term news stories.
• Work closely with other members of the breaking news team to research, select, and locate required footage for broadcast.
• Support the production team in the control room during live broadcasts.
• Build and manage elements including graphics and video elements for on‑air use.
• Work with automated systems to support shows as needed, including building rundowns, segments and writing intros to packages or other taped elements.
• Collaborate with Senior Producers and the Specials team to anticipate resources needed for major‑event coverage.
• Troubleshoot technical or logistical issues in real time to minimize on‑air disruptions.
• Partner with technical, graphics, audio and talent departments to maintain top‑tier production quality.
• Produce live cut‑ins, breaking news specials and additional content as needed.
• Assist the show production team in the control room and studio during the broadcast.
• Work closely with Producers and other members of the show team to find and edit the best video, sound and graphics for assigned stories.
• Keep a constant eye on show rundowns to ensure video and graphics are in place, accurate and current.
• Help research and fact‑check stories with speed and accuracy.
• Must maintain strong awareness of current events and proactively respond to emerging news stories as needed.
• Adhere to NBC News standards and practices.
• Self‑starter who has demonstrated strong knowledge and interest in news and current events.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Experience with News Connect, Avid Media Central, Avid Interplay, VizRT graphics, iNews, Slack and/or similar editing and editorial technological systems.
• Long‑term career aspirations to be in the production/editorial space.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be willing and able to work in person at 30 Rock on weekend overnights.

• At least 1 year of news production experience or internship‑related experience at the network or cable news level.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English, history or a related field of study.
• Strong news judgment and a keen interest in national and international news.
• Proficiency with automated control‑room systems and rundown tools (or clear aptitude to learn them quickly).
• Must maintain strong awareness of current events and proactively respond to emerging news stories as needed.
• Adhere to NBC News standards and practices.
• Self‑starter who has demonstrated strong knowledge and interest in news and current events.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Experience with News Connect, Avid Media Central, Avid Interplay, VizRT graphics, iNews, Slack and/or similar editing and editorial technological systems.
• Long‑term career aspirations to be in the production/editorial space.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be willing and able to work in person at 30 Rock on weekend overnights.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle logistics in alive‑news environment.
• Ability to remain calm and resourceful under pressure, with a proactive approach to challenges.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to coordinate across diverse production units.
• Collaborative team player dedicated to supporting editorial excellence.

• Hybrid:
  This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

• Position is eligible for company‑sponsored benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement and other discounts.
• Salary range: $26/hr – $31/hr.

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