Anchor Production Assistant, MSNBC Job at MSNBC in New York

Overview

Anchor Production Assistant, MSNBC role at MSNBC — MSNBC is looking for an Anchor Production Assistant for Ana Cabrera Reports. This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.

Responsibilities

• Assist in compiling research for anchor, maintaining on-air updates during live program
• Gather information on breaking news stories for anchors to relay on air
• Print scripts for anchors and create one-sheets on guests
• Provide daily support by managing calendars, appearance and schedule
• Schedule and book travel and meetings
• Organize and schedule meetings and interviews
• Maintain and process expense reports
• Respond to correspondences
• Perform light errands
• Order, build and coordinate graphic elements for air
• Work closely with producers to research, select and locate required photos for broadcast
• Pitch stories and guests for show

Qualifications

• At least one year of news production experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Additional Information

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com 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.

Desired Characteristics

• Excellent knowledge of politics, history and current events.
• Must have the ability to work under deadline pressure.
• Knowledge of Avid/Interplay and iNews preferred.

Benefits

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

Salary Range: $29.08/hour - $31.00/hour

Open 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 is an equal employment opportunity employer. If you require accommodation due to a disability, you can request it by contacting AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

Note: Although you’ll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities may transition to Versant in the future.