Assignment Editor, NBC & Telemundo San Diego - NBCUniversal

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NBC and Telemundo San Diego are looking for an Assignment Editor to play a key position in a multi-platform content environment. You will be responsible for facilitating newsgathering and comprehensive coverage of news stories.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and source interesting story ideas, using editorial judgment, coordinating interviews and logistics for field crews
• Know what stories are being covered, who is covering and what platforms the story will air on
• Maintain contact with law enforcement, fire and other agencies to determine coverage of spot news
• Lead editorial meetings, contribute story ideas and be responsible for developing and cultivating contacts important to news coverage in the San Diego area
• Maintain an accurate account of the day’s events in the Assignment Desk computer systems
• Ability to search for user-generated content
• Route personal matters (i.e. sick calls, etc) to the appropriate manager
• Maintain responsibility for feed and live signal intake and supervise daily beat checks
• Update news stories on various platforms including websites and social media
• Assign photographers to reporters and communicate changes and other needed information to them in the field
• Knowledge of newsroom automation systems, online storage, and computer languages or equivalent work experience
• Working knowledge of media acquisition and IP transmission systems
• Experience with microwave, satellite and cellular bonded technology

• Minimum of two years experience as an Assignment Editor in a mid to major market
• Must be technically competent, have the ability to learn and use newsroom systems as they develop, have proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• General knowledge of television news techniques, including how stories should be covered and assembled
• Ability to multitask and make quick decisions under pressure
• Experience with coordinating and pulling in satellite feeds and signals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong social media and multi-platform knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant job experience required.
• Bilingual (Spanish)
• Demonstrable knowledge of state and federal court procedures.
• Familiarity with web-based research required
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with people while under pressure
• Familiarity with local leaders is a plus
• Up to date on and interested in current news events
• Knowledge of laws of libel, slander and applicable FCC rules and regulations.
• Personal initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Team player who is flexible
• Displays a positive work ethic and can work under tight deadlines
• High degree of integrity and professionalism

Eligibility Requirements:

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through the www.nbcunicareers.com site
• Must be willing to work at the station in San Diego location
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must have valid drivers license
• Must have ability to work any of a 24x7 shift

Additional Requirements: 

Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $66,000-$80,000

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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