DC Coordinator, MS NOW Newsgathering

Versant•Washington, DC

8d•$26 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

MS NOW is seeking an DC Coordinator to support the DC Bureau Chief, Deputy Bureau Chief and the operational needs of the DC newsgathering team. You'll be a key player in the launch of MS NOW's Newsgathering operation as an essential member of the team. The ideal candidate will have a start-up mentality and an eagerness to take on new projects and responsibilities that grow with the bureau. You'll wear many hats in supporting our journalists and advancing our journalism.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience
At least 2 years experience in television production
Must be willing and able to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays and overnights, under tight deadline pressure, occasionally with little or no warning (e.g. breaking news).
Must be willing to work in Washington, D.C
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Strong desire to pursue a career in journalism
Demonstrated strong knowledge and interest in news and current events
Experience with newsrooms and newsgathering operations
Excellent administrative, organizational and time management skills
Professional phone and office manner, including when handling high-level confidential and sensitive company information
Strong interpersonal & communication skills
Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
Ability to take initiative and self-start
Ability to manage relationships with clients, and interact with senior leadership and talent across the organization

Responsibilities

Perform general administrative duties (i.e. answering telephones, scheduling/planning meetings, filing, planning travel arrangements for executives, submitting expense reports, etc.
Prepare and update correspondence, reports, and documents using Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Assist on ad hoc projects and other miscellaneous duties assigned by supervisors
Maintain basic knowledge of current news events
Organize internal and external visits with government officials, newsmakers, News Group and media partners
Assist in research and other editorial projects and operational needs