Production Assistant, Specials and Weekends Overnights

The NBC News Specials team is seeking a Production Assistant to support the team during overnight breaking news coverage on weekends and Early Today weekdays. You’ll work closely with the Senior Producer and Line Producer to ensure all production elements are in place for seamless live broadcasts during major news events. We are looking for production assistants who are passionate about journalism, and thrive in a fast-paced, quickly changing and deadline driven team environment.Responsibilities:Assist with multiple aspects of production including: compiling research for production team and talent, creating graphics and lower thirds during breaking news and special coverage, sourcing and gathering and editing videoResearch and compile visual elements for airHelp monitor social media and web for any breaking news or long-term news storiesWork closely with other members of breaking news team to research, select, and locate required footage for broadcastSupport the production team in the control room during live broadcastsBuild and manage elements including but not limited to graphics and video elements for on-air useWork with automated systems to support shows as needed, including building rundowns, segments and writing intros to packages / other taped elementsCollaborate with Senior Producers and the Specials team to anticipate resources needed for major-event coverageTroubleshoot technical or logistical issues in real time to minimize on-air disruptionsPartner with technical, graphics, audio, and talent departments to maintain top-tier production qualityProduce live cut-ins, breaking news specials, and additional content as neededAssist show production team in the control room and studio during the broadcastWork closely with Producers and other members of the show team to find and edit the best video, sound and graphics for assigned storiesKeep a constant eye on show rundowns to make sure video and graphics are in place, accurate and currentHelp research and fact check stories with speed and accuracy