Assignment Desk Editor

Company Description

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.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

• Responsible for planning, preparing and executing the news gathering functions, including newsroom assignment, coordination of logistics, and monitors news wires 
• Suggest stories for daily coverage as well as plans for future content working with the national bureaus, freelancers, stringers and collaborators 
• Plans and prepares content using the resources available and coordinating with fellow assignment editors and show producers 
• Assist in scripts (including writing) and the editing of a story
• Researches and organizes details and facts on story ideas 
• Arranges and coordinates news content and interviews for daily and future stories 
• Collaborates with reporters and producers on editorial content of stories 
• Reviews stories for elements, balance, story-telling and script 
• Collaborates with NBC News when appropriate for national content 
• Coordinates breaking news coverage and establishes live shots and remotes 
• Collaborates with bureau chiefs/producers and editorial staff on story/sweeps planning and coordination 
• Monitors all sources for news and establishes/maintains contacts and sources 
• Works under the direct supervision of the Executive Producer and is responsible for completing any other tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications highly desired 
• Minimum 5 years of experience working as an Assignment Editor or similar news/journalism editorial role 
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems, prioritize decisions, and successfully manage multiple assignments concurrently in a high pressure, breaking news environment 
• Solid editing, writing and production principals
• Proven solid writing skills and editorial judgment and journalistic ethics
• General computer skills: Microsoft Office, iNews and Avid MediaCentral
• Must be fully fluent in Spanish and English both written and verbal 
• Exhibits working knowledge of all social media platforms  
• Proven editing experience 

Desired Characteristics:

• Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced, dead-line driven environment  
• Accustomed to working in a team and collaborating with all levels within the organization 
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail  
• Ability to build rapport with clients and manage expectations 
• Proven solid writing skills and editorial judgment 
• Proven excellent interpersonal skills combined with a strong sense of how to visually tell a compelling story desired 

Additional Requirements:

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Willingness to travel with short notice and on weekends 
• Willingness to work flexible hours including late and/or last-minute scheduling changes in a 24/7 production work environment 
• Must be willing to work in the greater Miami, Florida area 
• Must be 18 years or older  
• Must have a valid driver’s license  
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States 

Additional Information

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