Assignment Editor

Assignment Editor

Job Duties

• Facilitate the news gathering process and ensure comprehensive coverage of on-air and online news stories.
• Effectively collaborate and communicate with other assignment desk personnel
• Generate daily, enterprise and evergreen story ideas
• Consistently monitor scanners, wires, internet sites and social media so not miss any critical breaking news
• Develop and cultivate contacts within the community for news stories
• Coordinate logistics for field crews for local coverage
• Dispatch news crews, field producers, and reporters
• Make front line editorial decisions on a story-by-story basis 
• Support producers by gathering new and updated information on stories
• Communicate with newsroom and production staff on the status of coverage and stories
• Arrange and coordinate news content and interviews for producers/talent
• Work closely story/sweeps planning and coordination
• Perform as back up producer as required
• Conduct investigative research 
• Generate duopoly story ideas

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Assignment Editor, Reporter or Producer
• BA or BS in Journalism, Communications or other related field or equivalent work experience
• Must be willing to work in Washington, D.C.
• Must be 18 years or greater
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays
• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered

Desired Qualifications

• Excellent news judgment and solid instincts
• Ability to perform under tight time deadlines
• Working knowledge of the Washington, DC metro area is preferred
• Self-starter with excellent communication and organizational skills
• Must possess the ability to problem solve, prioritize decisions and act decisively under tight deadlines
• Shooting and editing skills with various editing software
• Must be able to work effectively with others in a team environment
• General knowledge of television news techniques, including how stories should be covered and assembled
• Familiarity with web-based research
• Familiarity with utilizing social media as a newsgathering tool
• Solid sources in the community
• Knowledge of local, state & federal court procedures
• Knowledge of satellite operations and microwave systems
• Understanding of emerging production techniques and technology
• Competitive spirit
• Spanish language skills a plus