NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises
Assignment Desk Editor, NBC Boston, NECN & Telemundo Nueva Inglaterra
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises, Needham Heights, Massachusetts, us, 02494
Overview
NBC Boston is seeking an Assignment Desk Editor.
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Job Description NBC Boston is seeking an Assignment Desk Editor.
What You'll Do
Enterprise story ideas for coverage and interview subjects
Assign crews to news stories and provide support for complete coverage, including research, contact information, phone calls, video etc.
Coordinate feeds and media sharing with affiliates
Monitor all changing and developing news stories from news wires, social media, scanners, contacts, public relations, phone calls, faxes, and viewer suggestions
Communicate with production staff and management on the status of coverage and stories
Establish network of contacts and sources across the Boston DMA
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Prior experience at an assignment desk
Experience in local news coverage
Strong resources and contacts in the community
Solid news judgment and awareness of local and national news
Ability to solve problems, prioritize decisions and act decisively under stress and tight deadlines
Strong ability to assign, direct and supervise broadcast news coverage
Ability to gather stories from different platforms
Ability to communicate through social media to specific individuals to corroborate stories
Ability to search topics on social media and digital platforms
Must have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with coworkers and community
Strong writing skills
Strong research skills
Basic computer skills
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Journalism or Political Science preferred
Eligibility Requirements
Able to work weekends and flexible hours (including overnights) depending upon news coverage and able to return to work in emergencies.
Must submit a resume/CV online.
Must be willing to work at the station in Needham, MA location.
Must be 18 years or older.
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
Must be covered by NBCUniversal’s Alternatives Dispute Resolution Program.
On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
Additional Information 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. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Production
Industries
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution, Entertainment Providers, and Media Production
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NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Job Description NBC Boston is seeking an Assignment Desk Editor.
What You'll Do
Enterprise story ideas for coverage and interview subjects
Assign crews to news stories and provide support for complete coverage, including research, contact information, phone calls, video etc.
Coordinate feeds and media sharing with affiliates
Monitor all changing and developing news stories from news wires, social media, scanners, contacts, public relations, phone calls, faxes, and viewer suggestions
Communicate with production staff and management on the status of coverage and stories
Establish network of contacts and sources across the Boston DMA
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Prior experience at an assignment desk
Experience in local news coverage
Strong resources and contacts in the community
Solid news judgment and awareness of local and national news
Ability to solve problems, prioritize decisions and act decisively under stress and tight deadlines
Strong ability to assign, direct and supervise broadcast news coverage
Ability to gather stories from different platforms
Ability to communicate through social media to specific individuals to corroborate stories
Ability to search topics on social media and digital platforms
Must have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with coworkers and community
Strong writing skills
Strong research skills
Basic computer skills
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Journalism or Political Science preferred
Eligibility Requirements
Able to work weekends and flexible hours (including overnights) depending upon news coverage and able to return to work in emergencies.
Must submit a resume/CV online.
Must be willing to work at the station in Needham, MA location.
Must be 18 years or older.
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
Must be covered by NBCUniversal’s Alternatives Dispute Resolution Program.
On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
Additional Information 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. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Production
Industries
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution, Entertainment Providers, and Media Production
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