- Job Requirements: Must be local to location (or willing to work as a local).
Title: Production Assistant (Relationship/Drama-based Talk Show Pilot)
Role Summary:
NBC Universal is seeking Production Assistants for an untitled relationship/drama-based talk show pilot being shot in Stamford, Connecticut. This project will take place over a four-week period in July and August.
Essential Responsibilities:
• Work with guests who will appear on the show while they are in town for taping
• Involvement in all show day procedures
• Assisting production team in all stages of production
• Books guests to appear on the show
• Perform research on potential show topics or guests
Basic Qualifications:
• Minimum 6 months of professional TV experience or an internship with a talk show, news or court program
• Proficiency in Microsoft Teams
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Must be able to start in mid-July 2021 . The position will require a four-week commitment.
Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be willing to work both remotely and in Stamford, Connecticut.
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be 18 years or older.
Desired Characteristics:
• 1 year of TV Production experience preferred (including internships, PA positions, etc.)
• Strong writing and in-studio production skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and previous experience booking individuals, couples and families dealing with relationship issues.
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments under high pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow direction and work independently when necessary
• Superior organizational skills
ABOUT NBC UNIVERSAL SYNDICATION STUDIOS
NBCUniversal Syndication Studios is responsible for the production, sales and distribution of NBCUniversal products to broadcast television within the United States. The division develops and produces first-run programming and distributes these shows, along with off-network content, in broadcast syndication. Current first-run broadcast syndicated programming includes "Access Hollywood," "Access Daily," "All Access," "The Kelly Clarkson Show," "Judge Jerry," "The Jerry Springer Show," "Maury" and "The Steve Wilkos Show." In addition, the division distributes the retro television broadcast network Cozi TV and the weekend syndicated series "Open House." Current off-network programming includes "American Ninja Warrior," "Law & Order: Criminal Intent," "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," "Chicago Fire," "Chicago P.D," "Monk" and "Dateline."