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NBC Universal Assignment Editor, Network News Desk in New York, New York
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.
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As an Assignment Editor on the Network News Desk, you will work alongside a shift-based team and in collaboration with the bureaus on all domestic news coverage. You will work to provide editorial and logistical support to all platforms across broadcast, cable, digital and streaming.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate the gathering and feeding of news materials
Effectively research & implement coverage of breaking news & on-going stories
Ability to jump in & quickly assess what is needed on coverage of a breaking story
Collaborate with NBC News digital, streaming and broadcast platforms on newsgathering, social media initiatives and content distribution
Communicate with important groups such as Legal, Standards, R&C to make sure appropriate editorial/usage guidance and is obtained and disseminated to all platforms
Use data to inform and evolve newsgathering, storytelling and audience engagement
Initiate & maintain communication with affiliates & News Channel counterparts
Effective use & monitoring of social media sites & the web
Facilitate and manage requests from all platforms for field teams on assignment
Participate in daily network-wide conferences
Establish & maintain working story & contact files
Monitor competitive broadcasts, cable and digital platforms
Ability to put together a story coverage plan & layout with oversight from management
Work closely with Network, MSNBC & NBC News Now teams to accommodate their on-air needs (breaking news, correspondent requests, etc.)
Coordinate with technical and operations staff on resource management
At least 3 years editorial production experience at a network, cable or digital outlet
Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field, or equivalent work experience
Proficient on newsroom systems and all social media outlets
Solid working knowledge of TV production, affiliates & satellite operations
Strong news judgment & communication skills are essential
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment & prioritize assignments
Must be willing and able to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays and overnights, under tight deadline pressure, occasionally with little or no warning
Must be a team player, collaboration is key
Demonstrates strong knowledge and interest in news & current events
Must be willing to work in New York, NY
Desired Characteristics
Ability to clearly communicate directives and status updates to both technical and non-technical resources
Experience in major market or network with big breaking news
Able to work both independently and as a member of a team
Capable of managing multiple deliverables and completing assigned tasks quickly
Passion for news and an interest in multiple platforms (broadcast, cable, web, mobile)
Innovative and flexible thinker, comfortable suggesting solutions
Committed to quality in every assignment, large or small
Strong research skills and editorial judgment
Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills
Fluency in another language not required, but a plus
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three 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: $60,000 - $75,000
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