NBCUniversal is hiring: Copy Editor, MSNBC Digital at NBCUniversal New York, NY
NBCUniversal, New York, NY, United States
Copy Editor, MSNBC Digital job at NBCUniversal. New York, NY.
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we 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 have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. 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 well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Job Description
As a member of the MSNBC Digital copy desk, the copy editor is the last line of defense to ensure that our articles, columns, blogs and live blogs are of the highest quality possible. Whether it’s a long feature or a short breaking news blog, we will look to the copy editor to make sure our coverage is free of errors and typos and has context and clarity. The copy editor plays an essential part in producing compelling coverage that helps to expand our growing readership.
You will have excellent news judgment, and an understanding of the MSNBC brand, standards, its shows and its on-air hosts.
Position is based in New York City or Washington, D.C.
This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.
Responsibilities:
Edit quickly and thoroughly, sometimes after pieces are published
Engage in productive dialogue with reporters, editors and managers as needed
Make sure MSNBC.com’s coverage meets the highest standards
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience
At least 5 years of experience in daily journalism as a copy editor
A strong knowledge of AP style
Must have the desire to work in a creative, demanding, competitive environment
Experience working with politics and/or opinion journalism strongly preferred
The position requires enthusiasm, patience and positive communication skills. A successful candidate must be able to quickly edit articles in fast-breaking situations, and understand the difference in style and tone between an opinion column, a news or enterprise feature and a live blog. Editors need to be able to work collaboratively with a staff of writers and editors, ranging from industry veterans to early career employees.
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This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
Salary Range: $93,000-$110,000
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.
Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.
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In Summary: The copy editor is the last line of defense to ensure that our articles, columns, blogs and live blogs are of the highest quality possible . The successful candidate must be able to quickly edit articles in fast-breaking situations, and understand the difference in style and tone between an opinion column, a news or enterprise feature and a live blog .
En Español: NBCUniversal es una de las principales compañías de medios y entretenimiento del mundo. Creamos contenido de clase mundial, que distribuimos a través de nuestro portafolio de películas, televisión y transmisión, y lo llevamos a la vida mediante nuestros parques temáticos y experiencias para los consumidores. Poseemos y operamos marcas líderes de entretenimientos y noticias, incluidas NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network y Peacock, nuestro servicio premium de transmisión con apoyo publicitario. Producimos y distribuimos el mejor espectáculo cinematográfico y programación por medio de Universal Filmed Entertainment Group y Universal Studio Group, y tenemos parques y atracciones mundialmente conocidos a través del Universal Destinations & Experiences . Defendemos una cultura inclusiva y nos esforzamos por atraer y desarrollar a una fuerza laboral talentosa para crear y entregar una amplia gama de contenidos que reflejen nuestro mundo. Comcast NBCUniversal ha anunciado su intención de crear una nueva compañía cotizada en bolsa ("Versant") compuesta por la mayoría de las redes de televisión por cable de NBC Universal, incluidas USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY y Golf Channel junto con activos digitales complementarios Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass y SportsEngine. La empresa bien capitalizada tendrá una escala significativa como un conjunto puro-play de activos anclado por principales noticias, contenido libre y entretenimiento. El editor de copias juega un papel esencial en producir una cobertura convincente que ayuda a expandir nuestra creciente audiencia. Usted tendrá un excelente juicio sobre las noticias y comprenderá la marca MSNBC, los estándares, sus programas y sus anfitriones en el aire. La posición se encuentra en Nueva York o Washington, D.C. Esta posición es representada por el Writers Guild of America East. Responsabilidades: Editar rápidamente y completamente, algunas veces después de publicar piezas Engañarse en diálogo productivo con reporteros, editores y gerentes según sea necesario Asegúrese de que la cobertura de MSNBS cumple con los más altos niveles Calificaciones Una licenciatura o experiencia laboral relevante Al menos 5 años de experiencia en periodismo como copia Un fuerte conocimiento del estilo AP Debe tener el deseo de trabajar en un entorno creativo, rápido y competitivo Experiencia con política y/o opinión profesional Requiere ser capaz de entender las diferencias diarias entre las opiniones positivas de una redacción de periódicos y una postura exitosa. Los editores deben poder trabajar en colaboración con un equipo de escritores y redactores, que van desde veteranos de la industria hasta empleados profesionales tempranos. Este puesto es elegible para beneficios patrocinados por la compañía, incluidos seguros médicos, dentales y visuales, 401 ((k), licencia remunerada, reembolso de matrícula y una variedad de descuentos y concesiones. Aprenda más sobre los beneficios ofrecidos por NBCUniversal visitando la página Beneficies del sitio web Carreras. Puede enviar su solicitud a AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com. Aunque será contratado como empleado de NBCU, su empleo y las responsabilidades asociadas con este trabajo probablemente pasarán a Versant en el futuro.
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we 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 have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. 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 well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Job Description
As a member of the MSNBC Digital copy desk, the copy editor is the last line of defense to ensure that our articles, columns, blogs and live blogs are of the highest quality possible. Whether it’s a long feature or a short breaking news blog, we will look to the copy editor to make sure our coverage is free of errors and typos and has context and clarity. The copy editor plays an essential part in producing compelling coverage that helps to expand our growing readership.
You will have excellent news judgment, and an understanding of the MSNBC brand, standards, its shows and its on-air hosts.
Position is based in New York City or Washington, D.C.
This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.
Responsibilities:
Edit quickly and thoroughly, sometimes after pieces are published
Engage in productive dialogue with reporters, editors and managers as needed
Make sure MSNBC.com’s coverage meets the highest standards
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience
At least 5 years of experience in daily journalism as a copy editor
A strong knowledge of AP style
Must have the desire to work in a creative, demanding, competitive environment
Experience working with politics and/or opinion journalism strongly preferred
The position requires enthusiasm, patience and positive communication skills. A successful candidate must be able to quickly edit articles in fast-breaking situations, and understand the difference in style and tone between an opinion column, a news or enterprise feature and a live blog. Editors need to be able to work collaboratively with a staff of writers and editors, ranging from industry veterans to early career employees.
–
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
Salary Range: $93,000-$110,000
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.
Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
In Summary: The copy editor is the last line of defense to ensure that our articles, columns, blogs and live blogs are of the highest quality possible . The successful candidate must be able to quickly edit articles in fast-breaking situations, and understand the difference in style and tone between an opinion column, a news or enterprise feature and a live blog .
En Español: NBCUniversal es una de las principales compañías de medios y entretenimiento del mundo. Creamos contenido de clase mundial, que distribuimos a través de nuestro portafolio de películas, televisión y transmisión, y lo llevamos a la vida mediante nuestros parques temáticos y experiencias para los consumidores. Poseemos y operamos marcas líderes de entretenimientos y noticias, incluidas NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network y Peacock, nuestro servicio premium de transmisión con apoyo publicitario. Producimos y distribuimos el mejor espectáculo cinematográfico y programación por medio de Universal Filmed Entertainment Group y Universal Studio Group, y tenemos parques y atracciones mundialmente conocidos a través del Universal Destinations & Experiences . Defendemos una cultura inclusiva y nos esforzamos por atraer y desarrollar a una fuerza laboral talentosa para crear y entregar una amplia gama de contenidos que reflejen nuestro mundo. Comcast NBCUniversal ha anunciado su intención de crear una nueva compañía cotizada en bolsa ("Versant") compuesta por la mayoría de las redes de televisión por cable de NBC Universal, incluidas USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY y Golf Channel junto con activos digitales complementarios Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass y SportsEngine. La empresa bien capitalizada tendrá una escala significativa como un conjunto puro-play de activos anclado por principales noticias, contenido libre y entretenimiento. El editor de copias juega un papel esencial en producir una cobertura convincente que ayuda a expandir nuestra creciente audiencia. Usted tendrá un excelente juicio sobre las noticias y comprenderá la marca MSNBC, los estándares, sus programas y sus anfitriones en el aire. La posición se encuentra en Nueva York o Washington, D.C. Esta posición es representada por el Writers Guild of America East. Responsabilidades: Editar rápidamente y completamente, algunas veces después de publicar piezas Engañarse en diálogo productivo con reporteros, editores y gerentes según sea necesario Asegúrese de que la cobertura de MSNBS cumple con los más altos niveles Calificaciones Una licenciatura o experiencia laboral relevante Al menos 5 años de experiencia en periodismo como copia Un fuerte conocimiento del estilo AP Debe tener el deseo de trabajar en un entorno creativo, rápido y competitivo Experiencia con política y/o opinión profesional Requiere ser capaz de entender las diferencias diarias entre las opiniones positivas de una redacción de periódicos y una postura exitosa. Los editores deben poder trabajar en colaboración con un equipo de escritores y redactores, que van desde veteranos de la industria hasta empleados profesionales tempranos. Este puesto es elegible para beneficios patrocinados por la compañía, incluidos seguros médicos, dentales y visuales, 401 ((k), licencia remunerada, reembolso de matrícula y una variedad de descuentos y concesiones. Aprenda más sobre los beneficios ofrecidos por NBCUniversal visitando la página Beneficies del sitio web Carreras. Puede enviar su solicitud a AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com. Aunque será contratado como empleado de NBCU, su empleo y las responsabilidades asociadas con este trabajo probablemente pasarán a Versant en el futuro.