Assignment Desk Editor, Telemundo Colorado

NBC • Littleton, CO

259d • $55,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Assignment Desk Editor - Producer is responsible for planning, preparing, and executing the news gathering functions by working closely with producers, reporters and photographers. This role involves suggesting stories for daily coverage as well as plans for future content with the news team, researching and organizing details and facts on story ideas, arranging and coordinating news content and interviews for daily and future stories, and collaborating with reporters and producers on editorial content of stories. The editor reviews stories for elements, balance, storytelling, and script, collaborates with staff on story/sweeps planning and coordination, and monitors all sources for news while establishing and maintaining contacts and sources. The position works under the direct supervision of the Executive Producer and is responsible for completing any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Fluency in Spanish and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal designated worksite (Centennial, Colorado).
• Willingness to travel and work outside standard hours, and on weekends with short notice.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must accept Solutions as NBCUniversal's Dispute Resolution Program.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• General computer skills: iNews.
• Solid editing, writing and production principles.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Accustomed to working in a team and collaborating with all levels within the organization.
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail.
• Proven excellent interpersonal skills combined with a strong sense of how to visually tell a compelling story desired.
• Ability to create urgent, engaging, and conversational news copy and visuals under tight deadlines.
• Team player who is flexible and works well under pressure.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, preparing, and executing the news gathering functions, including newsroom assignment, coordination of logistics, and monitors news wires.
• Plans and prepares content using the resources available and coordinating with managing editor, executive producer and show producers.
• Assist in scripts (including writing) and the editing of a story.
• Coordinates breaking news coverage and establishes live shots and remotes.
• Contribute story ideas and take charge of daily coverage decisions for newscast and platforms.
• Quickly adjust to late changes and be aggressive in breaking news coverage.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Backup producer as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A variety of other discounts and perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree