Job Description
Responsibilities
MSNBC is looking for an experienced Copy Editor to be responsible for editing scripts for segments for Morning Joe.
Responsibilities:
• Copyedit stories on deadline to fix errors of spelling, grammar, and style, and help reporters and story editors with fact checking and issues of structure.
• Ensure the tone of stories is in line with MSNBC editorial strategy, and the voice and standards of MSNBC.
• Ensure consistency in Morning Joe style and help establish style guidelines.
• Assist producers in writing teases and intros.
Qualifications/Requirements
• Must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Must have at least 4 years of experience in live television
(i.e. morning shows, cable shows, broadcast TV, etc.).
Additional Requirements:
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the
United States.
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under
tight deadline pressure, including breaking news.
Desired Characteristics
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills.
• Knowledge of current events, politics and American history.
• Strong news writer.
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rzk7v2-54-152-5-73-42 in your application.