Assignment Desk Editor, Telemundo Houston - NBCUniversal

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*Responsibilities

Telemundo Houston (KTMD), is currently seeking an Assignment Desk Editor. The successful candidate will assist in the efficient operation of the assignment desk.

Responsibilities:

• Assemble the daybook on i-news listing story ideas and daily newsworthy events
• Monitor police and emergency scanners and electronic/printed sources for news and disseminate the information to appropriate newsroom personnel
• Coordinate interviews and logistics for field crews
• Facilitate the news gathering process and ensure comprehensive coverage of all news stories across all of platforms, including, but not limited to broadcast, digital and web
• Collaborate with producers, anchors, reporters, photographers and other station personnel on a daily basis, to maximize resources and provide the best coverage during breaking news coverage and/or weather &emergency situations
• Participate in editorial meetings; develop interesting story ideas using strong editorial judgment
• Develop enterprise story ideas consistent with the news brand
• Cultivate contacts important to news coverage in the Houston area.
• Establish working relationships with Public Information Officers for updates on significant events and incidents
• Follow other local news channels to monitor their news coverage
• Produce & Assist with undercover special projects during sweeps. Includes recording interviews remotely and from the field.
• Cooperate with and support news and online platforms as assigned
• Publishing of online content when required
• Plan news coverage as directed by news management
• Perform other duties as needed and as directed by news management.
• Keep news managers and producers informed on progress of new stories
• Answer phones and take notes on viewer calls for possible story leads
• Edit videos for broadcast & social media

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience in the Houston market and familiarity with audience and communities is preferred

• Bachelor's degree in communications or in a related field

• Prior experience as assignment editor, assignment manager, or other related experience

 Solid news judgment, strong writing and research skills

• Experience using online and social media resources as news researching tools (Accurint, LexisNexis, Facebook, etc.)

• Experience with newsroom computer applications

• Demonstrated ability to solve problems, prioritize decisions, act decisively and successfully manage multiple assignments concurrently in a high pressure, breaking news, environment

• Basic understanding and demonstration of solid editorial judgment and journalistic ethics, including a current knowledge of laws of libel, slander and applicable FCC rules and regulations

• Thorough understanding satellite operations and microwave newsgathering technologies

• Good collaborative and interpersonal skills to communicate at all levels

• Bilingual: Spanish and English; both written and verbal

• Understanding of emerging news production techniques and technology

• Works well in a fast-paced, team environment

• Works as needed when determined by news management

• Applicants must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered

Desired Characteristics:

• Must have a flexible schedule with ability to work any of a 24x7 shift and willingness to work long hours and on weekends and holidays with short notice

• Must be willing to work in Houston, TX

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment

• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Must have a valid Driver’s License and excellent driving record

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.

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