Coordinator, Standards & Partnerships at NBCUniversal

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Dec, 25

Salary

29.0

Posted On

17 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Journalism, News Media, Administrative Skills, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Research Skills, Multi-tasking, Initiative, Self-starting, Confidentiality, Meeting Coordination, Presentation Preparation, Current Events Knowledge, Client Relationship Management

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

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 theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, 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. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. 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. Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025. Job Description Versant is seeking a Coordinator to support the operational needs of its News Standards and Partnerships Team for MSNBC and CNBC. This coordinator will be a key player in the launch of a new company and news gathering operation attached to some of the most trusted and recognizable brands in media. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in pursuing a career in journalism, as well as a start-up mentality and an eagerness to learn and take on new projects and responsibilities. You’ll wear many hats in supporting our journalists and advancing our journalism. The job reports to the Senior Vice President for Standards and Partnerships. The Versant News Standards Team will provide support and guidance to editorial teams across cable, digital and audio platforms, setting and maintaining editorial and ethical guidelines to safeguard the credibility and integrity of our journalism. In addition, this position will support an expanding news partnerships operation that seeks to advance our journalism through strategic partnerships with other news organizations and content producers. Responsibilities: Perform general administrative duties (scheduling, planning meetings, managing a public-facing inbox, planning travel arrangements, submitting expense reports, etc.) Prepare documents and presentations using Excel, Word and PowerPoint Assist on ad hoc projects and other miscellaneous duties assigned by supervisors Maintain close understanding of current news events Organize internal and external meetings with potential and ongoing media partners Assist in research and other editorial projects and operational needs Qualifications At least 1 year of experience or training in journalism or news media Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience Must be willing and able to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays and overnights, under tight deadline pressure, occasionally with little or no warning (e.g. breaking news). Must be willing and able to work in New York City Desired Qualifications: Strong desire to pursue a career in journalism Demonstrated strong knowledge and interest in news and current events Experience with newsrooms and newsgathering operations Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments Excellent administrative, organizational and time management skills Professional phone and office manner, including when handling high-level confidential and sensitive company information Ability to take initiative and self-start Strong interpersonal & communication skills Ability to manage relationships with clients, and interact with senior leadership and talent across the organization Additional Job Requirements: Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. 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 range: $24/hr - $29/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]. Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.

Responsibilities

The Coordinator will support the operational needs of the News Standards and Partnerships Team for MSNBC and CNBC. Responsibilities include performing administrative duties, preparing documents, assisting with projects, and organizing meetings.