Producer, Awards & Recognition (Contract)

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 global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

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.

Job Description

NBCUniversal News Group is looking for someone entrenched in the type of journalism that is recognized and acknowledged across the media industry. As a Producer for Awards & Recognition, you will be responsible for helping craft and edit compelling entries for top tier industry awards from across NBCUniversal News Group. This is someone who is passionate about all the brands of NBC News and Telemundo News; a nimble communicator who can speak the language of high-performing, ambitious content and has an eye for what makes a compelling award entry. 

Here’s what you’ll do: Leverage some of the most influential news brands in the world to develop awards applications from start to finish to help some of our best content and journalism earn industry recognition. 

If this is you, we want to hear from you. 

PLEASE NOTE: This is a short-term position with an estimated duration of 12 months or less, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed. Candidates are eligible for 401K after 1,000 hours worked in 12 consecutive months.

Responsibilities: 

• Help create and support editorial teams with the development of awards submissions. 
• Establish strong relationships with industry award organizations. 
• Write and edit content for submissions. 
• Produce and edit tape packages across linear and digital platforms. 

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in a newsroom. 
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or other discipline emphasizing storytelling or multimedia creation. 
• Deep understanding of the awards process and the opportunities for recognition. 
• Self-starter who can build relationships both internally and externally. 

Desired Characteristics: 

• Understanding of production functions of shows and platforms to produce award submissions. 
• Experience crafting compelling narratives and experience with creating entries 
• Exceptional organization skills and ability to meet tight deadlines. 
• Collaborative team player with strong editing, writing and social skills. 

Additional Requirements: 

• Fully Remote: This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence. 
• Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States 

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: $48.07 - $62.50/hr

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants 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.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].