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This is a freelance position with an estimated duration of up to 12-14 months to start, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.

As a Production Assistant, you are responsible for assisting production personnel in all phases of sports production for weekly NBC Sports properties, specifically Premier League.

Responsibilities:

• Graphics and/or Highlight Production Assistant for Live studio production in Stamford
• Handle some aspects of editing of sports production including with an editor, but not limited to, highlight packages, bumpers and teases, as well as shot selection and properly securing footage to be used in such segments
• Assist in daily highlight operation (screening, logging, writing and edit guidance)
• Newsfeed and social media show-related monitoring
• Securing video and audio footage to be used in highlight packages and features
• Learn NBC Sports digital archive system
• Perform required sports research
• Generate and distribute story and show ideas for all shows and platforms
• Participation in all show production meetings
• Support all phases of production for assigned shows

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ Degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum one (1+) year of professional production experience
• Interest in sports television production

Desired Characteristics:

• Solid knowledge of Premier League
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Possess a high level of initiative
• Team player

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT
• Ability to get to Stamford during off hours when public transportation is not available
• Must be able to work weekends and early morning hours

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

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