Producer/Editor, Nightly News: Kids Edition
New York, NYFull-time$100k–$120kPosted Jul 20, 2026
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Producer/Editor, Nightly News: Kids EditionFull-timeBusiness Segment: NBC Editorial Compensation: USD 100000 - USD 120000 - yearlyCompany DescriptionNBCUniversal 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 global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.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.Job DescriptionNBC News is seeking a creative and versatile Producer/Editor to help shape the next chapter of Nightly News: Kids Edition – the trusted, family-friendly newscast that explains the world to a new generation of viewers. This role is ideal for a journalist who can write, produce, shoot, and edit with both editorial rigor and a YouTube-native sensibility.The ideal candidate is as comfortable crafting a story about global events as they are packaging it for digital attention spans – with curiosity, clarity, and a tone that feels authentic to kids and their families.PLEASE NOTE: This is a short-term position with an estimated duration of 24 months or less, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.Responsibilities:Write, produce, shoot, and edit short-form news and feature segments for Nightly News: Kids Edition, optimized for YouTube and other digital platforms.Translate complex topics into clear, engaging stories that educate and inform without condescension.Collaborate with correspondents, editors, and animators to bring stories to life visually through graphics, sound design, and creative pacing.Pitch original story ideas and recurring segment concepts that reflect the editorial mission of Nightly – fact-based, trustworthy, and inspiring.Adapt the tone and structure of network reporting for a younger audience while maintaining the journalistic standards of NBC News.Stay current with YouTube trends, visual storytelling formats, and youth media consumption patterns to help the show evolve.Manage post-production workflows including scripting, editing, sound mixing, and thumbnail/title optimization for digital distribution.Ensure that every episode aligns with NBC News editorial guidelines and reflects the inclusive, trustworthy tone of Nightly News with Tom Llamas.Qualifications3 years of experience in broadcast, digital, or streaming news production.Strong writing, scripting, and headline skills tailored for both linear and digital audiences.Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro (After Effects and Photoshop a plus).Demonstrated ability to craft stories visually – strong sense of pacing, narrative arc, and tone.Desired Characteristics:Experience producing content for YouTube or social-first platforms is strongly...