NBCUniversal

Broadcast Media

AssignmentEditor

$65–85k Los Angeles, California, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Assignment Editor at NBCUniversal. Skills: Assignment coordination, News gathering, Editorial judgment, Contact development. Break stories. Work contacts”

Industry & Context.

Broadcast Media
Problems you'll solve

Solve complex problems; Problem solving under stress; Problem solving under deadlines

Eligibility Requirements

Work flexible hours, Work weekends, Work holidays, Work overnights, Work any 24x7 shift

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communications, 4+ years experience broadcast news environment, 4+ years coordinating assignments, 4+ years generating story ideas, 2 years experience Assignment Editor, Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs, Ability to work flexible hours, Ability to work any 24x7 shift, Willing to work in Los Angeles, Unrestricted work authorization US

Nice to Have

Interpersonal skills, Bilingual – Spanish/English, Ability to seek simple solutions, Good telephone skills, Excellent organizational skills, Good news judgment, Good instincts

What You'll Do.

React quickly to breaking news

Gather information for newscasts

Set up stories in advance

Assist producer in all aspects

Monitor police and emergency scanners

Monitor electronic sources for news

Monitor printed sources for news

Enterprise story ideas

Develop stories with reporters

Develop stories with producers

Conceive news coverage

Execute news coverage

Make editorial decisions

Articulate story ideas

Participate in planning meetings

Coordinate with other departments

Create short-range planning

Coordinate short-range planning

Facilitate news gathering process

Ensure comprehensive coverage

Coordinate photographers

Coordinate live remotes

Monitor journalistic elements

Monitor editorial elements

Communicate status of coverage

Communicate status of stories

Coordinate assignment desk staff

Coordinate with other Editors

Coordinate with Managing Editor

Monitor blogs for stories

Monitor social media for stories

Monitor local papers for stories

Compile list of possible stories

Develop contacts within community

Cultivate contacts within community

Establish network of contacts

Establish network of sources

Cooperate with NBC News

Cooperate with Newschannel

Cooperate with NBC Owned stations

Support NBC Owned stations

Coordinate with digital team

Fulfill digital team needs

Provide information to digital team

Provide video feeds to digital team

Assist with pending visual elements

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Coordinate with other departments; Coordinate with digital team; Coordinate with other Editors; Coordinate with Managing Editor; Cooperate with NBC News; Support NBC News; Cooperate with Newschannel; Support Newschannel; Cooperate with NBC Owned stations; Support NBC Owned stations

Communication Scope

Status reporting

Full Job Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. KNBC4 & KVEA52 are looking for an Assignment Desk Editor. The ideal candidate will be responsible for working in a duopoly environment, coordinating the teams around news stories, as well as reporter and field crew resources. Providing status of coverage to management will be critical, as well as establishing a network of contacts and sources across the Los Angeles DMA. Responsibilities * Break stories, work contacts and react quickly and aggressively to breaking news. Gather information for newscasts, set up stories in advance and assist

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