Entry Level Animation Script Writing Jobs in California

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 global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

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.

Job Description

This is a one-year, part-time Digital Media Producer position. You will be required to create and produce news content for broadcast or digital platforms based on daily newsroom needs. This role requires strong editorial judgment, adaptability, and the ability to deliver accurate, compelling content under deadline. This role will be an hourly position for roughly 20 hours a week from August 2026-August 2027.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for overall production and content of newscasts on any platform
• Write news scripts, teases, headlines for broadcast and edit video
• Execute live shots and communicate with anchors during live newscasts
• Respond to breaking news with accuracy and urgency
• Contribute to the creation of videos for OTT, FAST and all platforms
• Collaborate with reporters on daily stories to deliver content across all platforms
• Write text articles, create and publish videos, photos and podcast for our website
• Curate YouTube channels
• Manage video livestreams when necessary
• Stay well-informed of daily news events and knowledgeable of the San Diego news market
• Contribute story ideas, participate in daily coverage decisions and editorial meetings
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as broadcast line producer and/or digital producer
• Bachelor's degree in communication, journalism or related field
• At least 1-year prior news editing experience
• Familiarity with Adobe Premiere and/or other editing programs
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and stories simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to react to breaking news, updating the news as stories evolve and write intros and leads to video online content
• Experience working with online publishing tools or content management system
• Demonstrated knowledge of AP style writing and guidelines

Eligibility Requirements:

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through the www.nbcunicareers.com site
• Internal applicants must submit via myNBCU Careers
• Must be willing to work at the station in San Diego location
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must have valid driver's license
• Must have ability to work any of a 24x7 shift
• Must submit a sample of own work to be considered

Desired:

• Demonstrated leadership abilities and communication skills
• Experience writing scripts, captions and text for video graphics
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with people while under pressure
• Experience in editing video for web, social media platforms and TV
• Knowledge of laws of libel, slander and applicable FCC rules and regulations
• Personal initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision
• Team player who is flexible
• Displays a positive work ethic and can work under tight deadlines
• High degree of integrity and professionalism
• Strong organizational skills
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) both written and verbal preferred

Hourly Rate: $25-$30/hour

Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

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].