Multi-Platform Content Producer, NBC4

Job Description

Responsibilities

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') 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, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. 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

The NBCUniversal Local duopoly in New York, WNBC/WNJU, is looking for a highly motivated bilingual Multi-Platform Content Producer to produce English- and Spanish-language text and video content for our various platforms, including websites, apps and social media channels. The Multi-Platform Content Producer will help drive coverage through collaboration, writing, producing and editing stories and social videos each day while working across the duopoly newsroom with reporters, anchors and producers. This individual should have excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, and a competitive drive to win.
• Manage production of articles, videos, and slideshows for the websites by making phone calls, verifying content on social media, and working with coworkers in the newsroom and the field, on topics ranging from weather and breaking news to features and lifestyle content
• Write and translate articles and content in Spanish and English across platforms for WNBC and WNJU
• Curate the homepage and other subsections, sending push alerts to drive traffic as content warrants
• Execute on SEO best practices in selecting and creating content daily for the websites and social media.
• Monitor social media channels and Google Trends for breaking and trending news
• Create multimedia content to enhance daily news coverage (i.e. video, live streams, social graphics, slideshows). Livestreams and video includes for FAST streaming channels
• Collaborate with on-air reporters and anchors on social media videos, editing and distributing content
• Collaborate with staff of lifestyle programs Acceso Total and New York Live supporting digital and social efforts
• Work with editors at the NBCU Local National team and Telemundo Content Center, as well as colleagues at other NBCU Local stations to partner on content
• Coordinate with news producers to cross-promote on-air and online content
• Quickly learn the site's audience and write and distribute content based on this audience. Track the metrics and analytics on a regular basis to inform content and strategy decisions
• Support the social media strategy for WNJU and WNBC's social media accounts by posting relevant content (links, videos, photos/graphics) throughout the day so that the voice, tone, and mix of content fits with the overall editorial strategy on-air and online and delivers on key metrics.
• Abide by the ethical standards of the NBC News Group and Telemundo Station Group when creating and producing content for all platforms

Additional Information: This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary Range: $70,000 - $95,000

Qualifications
• At least 1 year of experience as an editor, writer or producer creating content at a news organization or blog working under tight deadlines
• Fluency in writing and speaking Spanish and English
• Demonstrated knowledge of social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X etc.
• Demonstrated knowledge of video editing tools like Adobe Premiere and social video editing/captioning tools like CapCut or Canva
• Demonstrated knowledge of AP Style writing and guidelines
• Must be willing to work early mornings (4am-Noon), as well as work Saturdays and Sundays in New York City

Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must have the ability to work any of a 24 x 7 shift
• Must accept Solutions as NBCUniversal's Alternative Dispute Resolution program
• Required on site: This position is required to be performed full-time, five days a week, from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Desired Characteristics:
• Team player mentality, but also able to work solo on shifts as a self-starter
• Exceptional communication skills
• Knowledge of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) best practices and demonstrated ability to create content based on current or upcoming search trends to drive traffic
• Knowledge of SEO tools, including Google Trends and Google Search Consoles
• Proficiency in video editing software like Adobe Premiere and After Effects
• Proficiency in photo editing software like Adobe Photoshop
• Experience in editing video for news or other branded social media accounts or influencer-driven accounts
• Experience with WordPress VIP, SocialFlow, and push alert publishing tools a plus
• Experience with website tracking and analytics tools, including Parse.ly, a plus
• Excellent news instincts and judgment with the ability to react decisively to breaking news
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and stories simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of the New York City area or previous newsroom experience in the Tri-State is considered a plus

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d5xyw3-3-148-106-250-42 in your application.