Friday, April 4, 2008

NBC Page Application Deadline

The deadline for application for this opportunity has been moved up to Monday the 7th. NBC Universal will be on campus April 17th for first round interviews with selected candidates invited to second round interviews in New York City. Applicants must use the FutureLink system found at the arts and sciences career services website asccareerservices.osu.edu. If you have already applied no need to reapply. The company will begin reviewing applications next week.

Job Title: NBC Universal Page Program

Description:

NBC Universal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. Formed in May 2004 through the combining of NBC and Vivendi Universal Entertainment, NBC Universal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks. NBC Universal is 80% owned by General Electric and 20% owned by Vivendi.
In an industry where change is the only constant, it is refreshing to know there are a few things that have remained the same. Starting in 1933 and continuing to the present, the NBC Page Program has had a long history of success. We are extremely proud of those who took advantage of the opportunity given to them as Pages and went on to make their mark in broadcast history. Kate Jackson, Ted Koppel, Willard Scott, Eva Marie Saint, Regis Philbin, Michael Eisner, Steve Allen, Grant Tinker, Marcy Carsey are among those in the entertainment industry who have utilized the Page Program as a training ground to showcase their talents and build distinguished careers.

THE PROGRAM TODAY
The Page Program offers college graduates the opportunity to take that first step into broadcasting. As a Page, you will be given the chance to learn about many aspects of network television from the ground up. As a member of our Guest Relations staff, your primary function will be to act as a liaison between NBC and the general public. You will conduct guided tours and perform various audience services for NBC shows. Along with these public relations responsibilities, you may have the opportunity to work in different departments within the company on either short or long term assignments. After a period of one year, you will be in a position to make an informed decision as to which area of the industry interests you most.

WHAT WE REQUIRE
We require candidates to have a degree from a four-year college or university with a preferred minimum 3.0 GPA. In addition, related broadcast experience (such as a campus radio or television, newspaper, or internships), computer proficiency, demonstrated leadership, strong work ethic, and outgoing personality all play an important role in the application process.

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