Desk Assistant, Today Show

Job Description

Desk Assistant, TODAY Show (PEP)

Responsibilities

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.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

As a Desk Assistant, you will aid in the production of the daily broadcast. You will work directly with the editorial team of the 3rd Hour of TODAY. This is a Sunday - Thursday position with an afternoon shift.

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. 

Responsibilities:
• Working directly with producers on segments
• Gathering elements and working with an editor
• Utilize strong editorial judgement
• Aid in scheduling meetings and production paperwork for senior editorial staff when needed
• Awareness of NBC News programs, on-air correspondents, policies, guidelines and practices
• Demonstrate strong knowledge and interest in news and current events
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of news production and/or administrative experience
• Exceptional computer skills with proficiency in MS Office Suite and social media
• Must have flexible schedule and be available on holidays and weekends when needed
• Willing to work in New York City
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news. The ability to work overtime, as needed
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company workplace safety policies and protocols
• Flexible, organized, self-starter, and extremely detail-oriented – able to seek out answers and resources on own
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with all levels of management

Desired Characteristics:
• Exceptional time management skills with the ability to prioritize and juggle numerous projects and deadlines in an extremely fast-paced and high-volume environment
• Proactive thinker with understanding of how to apply data
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and on a team
• Knowledge of iNews, Media Central and/or CLUX and editing software
• Strong interest in News & News Events

What we'll offer: Production Employee (PEP) Regular 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: $33/hr - $40/hr

Additional Information

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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.

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request reasonable accommodations by emailing [email protected].

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