Producer, Audio

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Company 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.

Company 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, Golf Now, Golf Pass, and Sports Engine. 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 are looking for a Producer to join our MSNBC Audio Unit. This role will work across multiple podcasts and projects. The producer's primary role will be to support the unit with a combination of editorial roles (fact checking, cutting tape, and research) and some administrative tasks (such as booking studios and updating show websites).

This producer will be a utility player, pivoting to tasks across the unit as needed. Sometimes they will work on specific series; other times they will serve as producing partners on shows that could use an extra hand. This person will know how to edit audio as well as video.

Editorially, the producer should have an interest in news and politics, an understanding of what makes a strong chat show, and a basic understanding of narrative storytelling. Adherence to journalistic best practices is a must.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Oversee MSNBC’s showcasts (i.e., TV shows repurposed as podcasts) by monitoring the showcast feeds, training linear peers on posting to Simplecast and Apple Connect, and providing support where needed
• Post TV special coverage as audio-only offerings
• Maintain show websites and gather social media materials
• Help with booking, research, and fact-checking
• Write draft scripts & prep for hosts
• Locate, organize and edit file tape
• Cut tape in Descript and Pro Tools
• Take the lead on producing new shows; backfill on existing shows as needed
• Build new feeds when needed
• Work closely with manager and teammates to make sure everything is accomplished

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Mi…