Nightside Assignment Editor, NBC10 Philadelphia

NBCUniversal • Philadelphia, PA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

NBCUniversal is seeking an Assignment Editor for NBC10 Philadelphia. This role involves leading coverage of breaking and developing news stories, both editorially and logistically, for the newsroom and field crews. The Assignment Editor will research, coordinate, pitch, and implement coverage of breaking news, continuing coverage, and community stories. This position requires the ability to quickly assess coverage needs for breaking stories, find and book relevant experts and community members, and collaborate with website, social media, and streaming teams. The role also includes initiating and maintaining communication with affiliates and News Channel counterparts, consistently monitoring social media platforms and tools for news, and establishing and maintaining working story and contact files.

Requirements

• Working Knowledge of Police Scanners
• Working knowledge of live production/transmission
• Able to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to clearly communicate ideas and status updates to both editorial and technical teams
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or Communications preferred or equivalent experience.
• At least 4 years’ experience including: work in a broadcast news environment, coordinating assignments, generating story ideas.
• Two years’ experience as an Assignment Editor.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Must have the ability to work any of a 24 x 7 shift including the potential for weekends, holidays and overnights
• Must be over 18 years old
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be willing to work in Philadelphia, PA
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Nice To Haves

• Proficient on all social media platforms
• Passion for news and an interest in multiple platforms
• Innovative and flexible thinker, comfortable suggesting solutions and story ideas
• Committed to quality in every assignment, large or small
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills and news judgement
• Bilingual – Spanish/English preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead coverage of breaking/developing news stories both editorially and logistically for both the newsroom and field crews
• Research, coordinate, pitch & implement coverage of breaking news, continuing coverage and community stories
• Ability to quickly assess what is needed on coverage of a breaking stories
• Ability to find & book experts and community members who help define a story
• Collaborate with the website, social media, and streaming teams
• Initiate & maintain communication with affiliates & News Channel counterparts
• Consistently monitor and break news through social media platforms and tools
• Establish & maintain working story & contact files

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level