NBCUniversal
Broadcast Media
AssignmentEditor
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“Assignment Editor at NBCUniversal. Skills: Assignment coordination, News gathering, Editorial judgment, Contact development. Break stories. Work contacts”
Industry & Context.
Solve complex problems; Problem solving under stress; Problem solving under deadlines
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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