Entertainment & Media Producer, Business and Economy Unit

NBC News is looking for an entertainment producer to join its Business Unit. This person will report to the Senior Producer of the unit and work with correspondents, reporters, producers and editors on in-depth investigative reporting and breaking news coverage of the entertainment and media industry. While this role will include some feature and enterprise stories, it will primarily involve covering daily news and major events impacting the industry such as the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial, actor and writers strikes, and the impact of streaming platforms and AI on the future of media. The producer will have a high metabolism for daily news while also constantly thinking about the bigger picture. They will be adept at producing for a range of shows, content types and platforms. This includes field producing, package producing, live TV production, etc. This producer will be at ease managing all phases of reporting from ideation to execution, including in-depth reporting, interview selection and preparation, scripting and editing. This producer will also be a strong reporter and writer who can produce original and enterprising work and write for TV or digital when required. Responsibilities: Conceive, research and pitch day-of-air segments, original reporting and enterprise stories for NBC News’ broadcast and digital platforms. Produce daily and breaking news live hits and packages for the broadcast and streaming platforms Independently shoot, write and produce live and taped stories and segments Regularly pitch, report and write for digital Collaborate with teams across platforms on distinct, original editorial pursuits Maintain timely understanding of current events, trends and ongoing coverage in movies, TV and media Monitor and flag key daily entertainment stories Build and maintain sourcing.