Benjamin Pu

New York

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Producer at NBC News

Producer for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at @nbcnews @nbcuacademy / Reported on 2020 & last-ever caucuses (?) / he him his / @aaja gang

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How to Become a Field Producer

1 month ago | nbcuacademy.com | Benjamin Pu

Field producers wear many hats in journalism. They pitch, write, edit, organize logistics and work out issues in real time on a news shoot. In other words, they make sure the news gets made. “A field producer is really responsible for the entire shoot, from start to finish, from setting up through the end result,” NBC News field producer Shanshan Dong said. “You do the planning. You work out the execution.
Interview Tips for Journalists, From 'Meet the Press'

2 months ago | nbcuacademy.com | Benjamin Pu

Interviewing is a foundational skill in journalism. Kristen Welker, moderator of “Meet the Press,” knows it’s one of the most difficult to master. “The best advice I ever received on interviewing is that interviewing is not about talking, it’s not about asking — it’s about listening,” said Welker.
What is photojournalism?

Mar 12, 2025 | nbcuacademy.com | Benjamin Pu

In journalism, visuals can make or break a story. Photojournalism is often defined as covering a news event through the use of photography, but photojournalism can also illustrate the extent of devastation, heartbreak and joy. It can show the geography, climate and culture in ways that words can’t always capture. That means a photojournalist’s job is more than just “taking pictures.” A photojournalist’s job is to bring readers into a story with the use of visual storytelling.
What Is NBC Hiring For?

Feb 18, 2025 | nbcuacademy.com | Benjamin Pu |Ben Pu

Media may be in flux, but NBCUniversal is hiring! NBCU Academy spoke with hiring teams at NBCU News Group about which journalism jobs they most often hire for at NBC News, NBC Local and Noticias Telemundo. Below are the top 10 roles. Sign up for our newsletter! Production assistants are early-career TV news roles that carry a variety of responsibilities.