Senior Producer, National Geographic Production Services
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10158006 Location Washington, DC, United States Business National Geographic Date posted Aug. 18, 2026Job Summary:
The Senior Producer, Production Services will help develop, produce, and deliver a wide range of content for National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo Wild, social platforms, and nonlinear streaming platforms, including Disney+ and Hulu. This role is ideal for a highly creative, collaborative producer who can bring strong storytelling instincts, production expertise, and a sharp editorial eye to original content, mashups, updates, reversions, compilations, cutdowns, and pop-up shows.
This person will manage projects from concept through final delivery, partnering closely with internal teams, production management, vendors, talent, editors, researchers, and creative leads to bring content to life across linear, social, and streaming platforms. The Senior Producer will also help extend the reach of National Geographic programming through social-first content pitching and development.
Responsibilities
Research, develop, and pitch creative show concepts that align with National Geographic Content’s creative vision.
Produce greenlit content from pre-production through post-production, ensuring projects stay on schedule and meet creative, editorial, and delivery expectations.
Manage projects from development through final delivery, including research, pitch writing, field production, scripting, narration, post-production, audio mixes, and quality control.
Oversee the processing of third-party commissioned shows from vendor delivery through post-production for final delivery across linear broadcast and nonlinear streaming platforms.
Reversion acquired shows, create updates for existing content, cut programs to time, and support compilations, cutdowns, mashups, and other content formats.
Create and manage production and post-production schedules to ensure assigned shows are delivered on time.
Partner with Production Management to develop production budgets, hire crews, and identify potential filming locations.
Identify and consult subject matter experts, on-camera talent, narrators, recording studios, composers, and other creative partners as needed.
Direct original content in the field and guide creative execution throughout production.
Oversee the post-production process for assigned shows, including edits, scripts, narration records, original music, graphics, audio mixes, and final delivery.
Ensure all assigned programs meet NG Research, Standards & Practices, and quality control requirements.
Supervise an Associate Producer or Production Coordinator as a direct report or on a project basis, as needed.
Support Senior Producers, Executive Producers, and the Production Services Management team on additional creative projects as needed.
Basic Qualifications
Minimum of 7 years of experience in nonfiction content production for a production company or network.
Strong storytelling skills with the ability to shape compelling content across platforms.
Highly detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize competing deadlines and deliverables.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, cross-functional partners, and third-party vendors.
Strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
Experience creating and managing production budgets.
Demonstrated inclusive mindset and personal commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams. Familiarity with editing systems and databases.
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
The hiring range for this position in Washington, D.C. is $123,700 to $170,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
About National Geographic:
National Geographic Partners LLC (NGP), a joint venture between Disney and the National Geographic Society, is committed to bringing the world premium science, adventure and exploration content across an unrivaled portfolio of media assets. NGP combines the global National Geographic television channels (National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo MUNDO, Nat Geo PEOPLE) with National Geographic’s media and consumer-oriented assets, including National Geographic magazines; National Geographic studios; related digital and social media platforms; books; maps; children’s media; and ancillary activities that include travel, global experiences and events, archival sales, licensing and e-commerce businesses. Furthering knowledge and understanding of our world has been the core purpose of National Geographic for 131 years, and now we are committed to going deeper, pushing boundaries, going further for our consumers … and reaching millions of people around the world in 172 countries and 43 languages every month as we do it. NGP returns 27 percent of our proceeds to the nonprofit National Geographic Society to fund work in the areas of science, exploration, conservation and education.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with National Geographic Partners PAY SVC, which is part of a business we call National Geographic.
National Geographic Partners PAY SVC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.