News Producer

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 ('SpinCo') 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. The News Producer will be responsible for contributing with the editorial line of the newscasts pitching daily stories for the Mexico bureau correspondents. Candidate will work in the production of reports and will be responsible for booking interviews and gathering elements. Candidate must have a strong editorial background and good writing skills in Spanish.  Candidate would need to multitask and work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment with the willingness to work early morning shift, nights, weekends and have flexible hours for last-minute scheduling changes. Responsibilities * Responsible for proposing daily news stories for newscasts, * Works in the daily production of news stories and special reports with correspondents gathering all elements. * Books daily and exclusive interviews for correspondents and/or Telemundo’s news anchors. * Conducts research for interviews. * Books guests for special coverage or special reports. * Strong sense of how to write and visually tell a compelling story. * Builds contacts with political entities, organizations or community groups. * Able to request graphics with editorial information for packages. * Coordinates news permits for interviews on location and special recordings. * Works in collaboration with News Linear and News Digital teams, Assignment Editors, Reporters, and production crews * Works under the supervision of Mexico’s bureau chief and also works with the director of newsgathering, assignment desk, executive producer and producers. * Able to work in the changing environment of the newsroom and also be flexible with the work schedule. Some traveling might be necessary in case of breaking news. Basic Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or equivalent work experience * Minimum 2 years of experience working as a Producer in TV production and/or cable TV Eligibility Requirements: * Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered (job #: ) * Must be willing to work in Mexico City, Mexico * Must be 18 years or older * Must have a valid driver’s license * Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States * Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program  * Strong editorial knowledge * Proven solid writing skills * Proficient in I-News and any other system for live news production * Accustomed to working in a team and collaborating with all levels within the organization * Proven excellent interpersonal skills. * Fluent in English and Spanish (could be useful) * Outside of the box thinker