Assignment Desk Editor

Responsibilities

• Cook up and assign news stories to reporters and producers, ensuring timely and effective coverage of daily events.
• Keep tabs on newswires, social media, and other sources to spot and evaluate emerging story opportunities.
• Collaborate with reporters and producers to come up with engaging story ideas and angles.
• Make sure the content is accurate, balanced, and follows editorial standards.
• Organize and facilitate interviews for current and upcoming stories.
• Stay updated on current events and respond swiftly to breaking news.
• Exercise good editorial judgment and ensure high-quality journalism.
• Partner with newsroom and production teams for smooth operations.
• Do in-depth research to support investigative and in-depth stories.
• Leverage social media and digital platforms to spot trends and improve story development.
• Work closely with management to align coverage with the editorial vision and goals.

Qualifications

• Strong editorial skills and experience in news coordination.
• A deep understanding of current events and digital media platforms.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to think quickly and handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Passion for delivering accurate, relevant, and impactful news to the audience.
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Communications, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a newsroom.
• Proficiency in all social media platforms.
• Experience creating digital video content in a newsroom is helpful.
• Strong editorial knowledge.
• Proven solid writing skills and editorial judgment.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and verbal).
• Available for early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Desired Characteristics

• Accustomed to working in a team and collaborating with all levels within the organization.
• Proven excellent interpersonal skills combined with a strong sense of visual storytelling.
• Outside-the-box thinker.
• Proficient in I-News, Media Central helpful.

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered for Assignment Editor.
• Must be willing to work in the greater Miami, Florida area.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program.