National Assignment Editor

Job Description

Responsibilities
The National Assignment Editor is responsible for arranging and coordinating national news content. The chosen candidate will seek news stories and will work with bureau chiefs, correspondents, contributors, producers, etc. in gathering and developing national content.

Responsibilities
• Suggests stories for daily coverage as well as plans for future content working with the national bureaus, freelancers, stringers and collaborators
• Plans and prepares content for weekends using the resources available and coordinating with fellow assignment editors and show producers
• 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 VP of News Gathering and is responsible for completing any other tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications/Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS: (4,000-character limit)

Basic Qualifications
• 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
• Must be fully fluent in Spanish and English both written and verbal
• Exhibits working knowledge of all social media platforms
• Proven editing experience

Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be willing to work in Miami, FL
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice (if applicable)
• Must have a valid driver's license (if applicable)
• Must be ''on call'' 24 hours a day / 7 days a week (if applicable)
• Must be able to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples -- if available, include a web address when you submit your resume (if applicable)
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

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

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gpwx4d-18-191-46-36-42 in your application.