News & Assignment Producer - The National Football League

The News & Assignment Producer will be responsible for daily NFL news production and assignment desk editorial and technical coordination and communications with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Daily news production for all NFL Media platforms
• Contributes to studio or remote production of event and news centered days on the NFL Calendar such as: Pro Days, OTAs, Minicamps, Free Agency
• Communicates with Management regarding editorial decision making
• Coordinates and books transmission feeds and execute file transfers
• Closely partner with news talent to produce news updates for NFL Media platforms
• Prioritizing absolute accuracy when writing and producing news updates or contributing to assignment desk editorial newsgathering
• Work directly with broadcast master control and control room staff to coordinate live productions
• Communicate directly with broadcasting and club partners
• Work with assignment editors to obtain and/or distribute editorial content and information internally and externally
• Ensure accuracy by being an editorial resource for content producers
• Collaborate with ticker staff to generate and edit news and information
• Work under pressure in a newsroom environment while maintaining the ability to handle tough situations

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience in newsgathering and live production with television/digital news or a comparable sports news organization
• Well versed in all aspects of news gathering and planning
• Experience working directly with on-air talent
• Possess strong production skills in a live control room environment while being able to make editorial decisions during stressful live broadcast situations.
• Keen editorial judgement and awareness. You must have in-depth knowledge of football and the National Football League
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Detailed organizational skills and project management
• Must be able to follow instructions and work well with others in a stressful and fast-paced newsroom environment
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize daily assignments
• Strong football knowledge and awareness of NFL events and stories, ability to quickly identify players and coaches
• Ability to meet deadlines under high pressure situations
• Able to communicate clearly during high pressure situations
• Familiar utilizing social media as a source of breaking news
• Quick learner with a positive attitude and willingness to learn

Preferred Qualifications

• BA in Journalism or Communications preferred
• 3+ years in a newsroom environment

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics

• Working with others in various levels on the assignment desk, overseeing desk functions in off hours – including holidays

Terms / Expected Hours of Work

• NFL employees are required to work 40 hours per week
• Must be flexible with work schedule including weekends and overnight shifts and holidays

Salary / Pay Range

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

The NFL maintains a Flexible Workplace Policy that provides members of our workforce with opportunities to periodically work from a location of their choice while maintaining a priority on in-person work at an NFL office, which enables us to more effectively collaborate, connect, and build a workplace culture that will drive our continued success. 

The NFL is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment that reflects our incredibly diverse fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

WHO WE ARE:

NFL Core Values:

• Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
• Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
• Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
• Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.

NFL Leadership Attributes:

• Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
• Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
• Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
• Live Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.
• Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
• Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact

WHO YOU ARE:

Talent Attributes:   What we expect for our employees:

• Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude 
• Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
• Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
• Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
• Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset