Programming Associate, NBC News at NBCUniversal

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jan, 26

Salary

75000.0

Posted On

31 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Detail Oriented, Learning, Microsoft Excel, Program Scheduling Software, Television Production, News Understanding, Fast-Paced Environment, Self-Starter, Positive Outlook, Sense of Humor

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 The NBC News Group is looking for a Programming Associate. Responsibilities: Publish episodes of NBC News series to Peacock; ensure they appear on platform correctly. Set up and manage metadata for NBC News programs on NBCUniversal’s iOS/web app. Coordinate resources for STB/VOD records; flag pre-emptions to various teams. Create records for show timings in NBCU program (OTTO). Manage calendar for a high-level executive. Qualifications Minimum of 1 year working in television. Bachelor’s degree in a media related field. Extremely detail oriented and opening to learning new skills. Ability to work flexible hours and respond during off-hours. Desired Qualifications: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and/or a program scheduling software. Understanding of television production terms. Appreciation and understanding of news. Proven success in a fast-paced and fluid environment. Self-starter with a positive outlook on life and sense of humor. Additional Job Requirements: Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news. Must be willing to work in NYC. This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time. 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: $65,000 - $75,000 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].

Responsibilities

The Programming Associate will publish episodes of NBC News series to Peacock and manage metadata for NBC News programs on NBCUniversal’s iOS/web app. They will also coordinate resources for STB/VOD records and manage a calendar for a high-level executive.