Commercial Sales & Promotion Producer, NBCU Local Chicago

Company Description

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 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 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.

WMAQ-TV & WSNS-TV, the NBC & Telemundo television station duopoly in Chicago, is looking for a highly creative commercial sales producer to work on commercials, client integrations, social content and special projects. You must possess excellent interpersonal skills and should be able to work flexible hours. You love coming up with creative ideas, selling them, then delivering on tight deadlines.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead and execute branded and creative content.
• Pitch, plan, shoot, and edit image/branding campaigns for external and internal clients.
• Work with news and digital teams on social campaigns.
• Assist in the production of long formatted shows.
• Manage multiple projects with varying deadlines.
• Possess confidence with clients, in the edit room, and on the set.

• Deep knowledge of Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong broadcast production/field production skill set.
• BS/BA degree.
• Minimum 2 years of television experience producing promotional content.
• Should be able to work efficiently while meeting continuous deadlines.

Eligibility Requirements :

• Able to work longer weekly hours as well as weekends when necessary, with short notice.
• Must be willing to work in Chicago, IL.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through to be considered for this position.

Desired Qualifications:

• Able to analyze current processes and help implement improvements for continuous operating growth and productivity.
• Superior organizational skills, able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Work independently or collaborate with a team.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Ability to quickly learn technical systems and upgrades to department workflow.

Additional information

• Hybrid : This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week.
• 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 - $90,000

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. 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.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].