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NBC Universal Local Chicago is looking for an experienced and creative producer and booker to be a member of the Chicago Today Lifestyle Show team. This person should be able to collaborate with producers, hosts and photojournalists to create fun, informative and cohesive stories for a daily television show.

Responsibilities:

• Work independently with guidance from the Executive Producer, the team and station management
• Source new ideas for show segments, pitch ideas and produce ideas from conception to a live show
• Find and book guests, following booking protocols
• Conduct pre-interviews of guests and based on their responses, script questions for use by Talent
• Write and produce full segments and shows
• Secure elements such as sound bites, video and pictures to support segments
• Edit interviews and broll for air
• Assist in clearing images/video for broadcast and coordinating our crew in accordance with local and state laws and adhering to labor union guidelines
• Create and maintain schedules and other in-place documentation for show organization
• Lead live control room execution of Chicago Today, managing rundown timing, editorial adjustments, and communication with directors, production staff, and technical teams to ensure successful delivery of each broadcast
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in related field or minimum 2 years of experience working in broadcast television or production  
• Experience in entertainment magazine style, talk shows, and segment production
• Experience with digital cameras and editing systems
• Must have good knowledge of various broadcast, digital, and other multiplatform content
• Solid writing skills and editorial judgment
• Possess excellent communication, organization and time management skills
• Possess strong creative writing skills
• Possess strong video production knowledge
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adhere to strict deadlines under pressure
• Ability to work well independently and be detail oriented

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work in Chicago, IL
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered a candidate for this position

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of four (4) 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: $75,000 - $90,000

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].