Image Researcher

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 ('Versant') 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.

• Acquire various photo and graphic elements for guest and comedy segments.
• Utilize internet, and other research techniques to gather photo elements.
• Identify any clearance, copyright and standards restrictions for acquired elements and properly license all photos and graphic elements.
• Maintain extensive photo and clip database.
• Track costs and clearances.
• Other ad-hoc duties as outlined by Manager.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1+ years of photo research work experience required.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Must have experience with graphics coordination.
• Must have experience with licensing still images.
• Interested candidates must submit a resume for this job online to be considered.
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have ability to work flexible hours including Saturdays and evenings due to news cycles and breaking news.
• Must be willing to work designated shift, generally Monday through Saturday on show weeks.  
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

Desired Characteristics:     

• Candidate must be able to work in high-pressure situations and on deadline.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize simultaneous research assignments.
• A self-starter with good people skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. 
• Experience with photo licensing.

Additional Requirements:

• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
• 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.

• Hourly salary range: $17.50 - $20.00
• The candidate who fills this position will be paid at least 60 hours per week regardless of whether they work less than 60 hours. Hours over 37.5 hrs/wk will be paid at the appropriate overtime rate.

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].