Company DescriptionWe 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 *** , *** News, MS *** , *** , *** Sports, *** , *** Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and *** , 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. *** Universal 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 *** Universal 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 DescriptionWe're seeking a Producer for social *** to join MS *** Digital.
You have experience managing producers and demonstrable experience identifying and producing shareable/viral news and perspective content. You can pitch unique story ideas and create short original videos catered to each social platform's audience. You have a passion for news, politics, current events and know what stories spark engagement for each social platform's audience. A social *** expert with strong knowledgeof all platforms, their audiences and social *** trends.
If you have a love for the MS *** brand, demonstrate strong editorial judgment and can be flexible working when news breaks, this job is for you.
This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.
Responsibilities:- Lead and oversee editorial for associate producer and production assistants
- Identify and produce shareable news content for social *** platforms
- Write and produce perspective segments / interviews for YouTube
- Lead associate producer and production assistants on breaking news for platforms
- Produce editorial content for multiple platforms (video, text, photo)
- Fact-check text, captions and ensure all photo, video meet the content, quality, journalistic and legal standards of MS ***
- Write eye-catching and accurate headlines and captions that spark engagement
- Create and produce graphics and photo posts with headlines for Instagram
- Partner and collaborate with show producers on daily editorial content for platforms
- Collaborate across teams on special events, high profile interviews for strategic social rollouts
PLEASE NOTE: the shift for this role is is Tuesday - Saturday, 2pm to 10pm (Hybrid 3 days in office)
QualificationsQualifications / Experience:- At least 6 years experience in social *** news production
- At least two years of political producing/writing experience
- Expert knowledge of all social *** platforms, their audiences and social *** trends
- Experience in shooting content, editing and producing in a compelling creative way
- Experience writing for TV (news and perspective)
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere, in-app editing, CapCut
- Demonstrable experience producing eye-catching graphics
- Strong production vision - ability to envision a segment or package and turn it into reality with social engagement
- Demonstrable content producing with creative devices that stand out
- Experience in turning breaking news vertical content for social platforms
- Create and produce graphics, photos with headlines for Instagram (expert with Figma, Adobe Photoshop)
- Self-starter - ability to enterprise ideas, ideate daily pitches, shoot video when needed, and work well independently.
- Work professionally in changing and challenging situations and be able to react quickly under rapid deadlines
- Proficiency with digital gear (camera operations, microphones)
- Have a good attitude (eager, cooperative, energetic, team-oriented)
- Must be willing and able to work flexible hours and different shifts for breaking news (evenings. weekends)
Additional Job Requirements:- Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www. *** to be considered.
- Must be willing to work in New York, NY.
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
- Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news.
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 *** Universal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $93,000-110,000
Additional Information *** Universal'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. *** Universal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access *** as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing [Please reply using Staff Me Up] .