Company Description

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.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

The Publicist will support day-to-day media relations for NBC News across the network’s TV, digital & streaming platforms, as well as assist in the promotion of election coverage and events, network talent, special reports, breaking news. The Publicist will report into the Director for NBC News Communications. The role requires extensive organizational skills, creative and innovative thinking, proven written skills and a strong interest in news (especially politics), media and public relations.

Responsibilities

• Support the NBC News PR Director in promotion of NBC News programming, newsgathering, journalism and talent across the network’s TV, digital and streaming platforms, as well as the network's political coverage and events.
• Promote and publicize news-making interviews, exclusive stories, political reporting, special breaking news coverage and enterprise reporting.
• Provide support with research projects and other assigned press projects.
• Generate press materials, including press releases, pitches, bios, talking points & social media posts.
• Develop and maintain press lists and key media relationships.
• Identity speaking opportunities for talent and executives industry and relevant conferences; seek out and identify editorial lists for talent and execs as well.
• Assist with facilitating and staffing various press events including interviews, press tours, or special coverage events.
• This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of 3 days per week, either in New York or Washington, D.C.

Qualifications

• Must have minimum 3 years of work experience in public relations or communications role.
• Experience in political news and journalism a strong plus.
• Must have strong interest in news, politics and media.
• Must be available to work in New York or Washington, D.C.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime on short notice.

Desired Characteristics:

• A team player with experience working across different teams.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Should be able to work in fast-paced environment and meet crucial deadlines.
• Robust understanding of and enthusiasm for the television news and media industry.
• Willingness to work beyond regular hours.
• Ability to exercise a high level of discretion in handling talent, confidential and sensitive information.
• Must have minimum 3 years of work experience in public relations or communications role.
• Experience in news and journalism a strong plus.
• Must have strong interest in news, politics and media.
• Must be available to work in New York or Washington, D.C.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime on short notice.

Additional Job Requirements:

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Must be willing to work in New York or Washington, D.C.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news.

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: $65,000 - $80,000

Additional Information

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. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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