NAB Leadership Foundation
NewsNation Desk Assistant, Washington, DC Bureau
NAB Leadership Foundation, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
NewsNation seeks a Desk Assistant to support the News Nation National Washington Bureau. The role is intended to provide those interested in a career in journalism exposure to cable news and hands‑on experience in newsgathering and television production. The position is based in Washington, DC.
Responsibilities
Work to gather information via outreach by calling, e‑mailing or monitoring social media
Conduct story research for field and show teams
Compile News Roundup memo each morning
Log or transcribe news events and share relevant editorial information with field and show teams
Coordinate feeds of video being sent in from the field
Provide other support to news managers, producers, correspondents, and anchors as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum 6 months TV experience including internships in a news or talk show environment
Knowledge and experience editing video
Knowledge and experience in social media
Knowledge of ENPS preferred
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Office)
Commitment to being a self‑starter who proactively seeks out tasks and opportunities for growth
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
24/7 availability: ability/willingness to work overtime, nights, holidays, and weekends, often with short notice
Compensation Range: $22.50-$25.75/hourly
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees includes, but is not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part‑time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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Responsibilities
Work to gather information via outreach by calling, e‑mailing or monitoring social media
Conduct story research for field and show teams
Compile News Roundup memo each morning
Log or transcribe news events and share relevant editorial information with field and show teams
Coordinate feeds of video being sent in from the field
Provide other support to news managers, producers, correspondents, and anchors as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum 6 months TV experience including internships in a news or talk show environment
Knowledge and experience editing video
Knowledge and experience in social media
Knowledge of ENPS preferred
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Office)
Commitment to being a self‑starter who proactively seeks out tasks and opportunities for growth
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
24/7 availability: ability/willingness to work overtime, nights, holidays, and weekends, often with short notice
Compensation Range: $22.50-$25.75/hourly
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees includes, but is not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part‑time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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