Assignment Desk Editor - Telemundo Colorado

• Full-time
• Business Segment: NBCUniversal Local

Company Description

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. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Job Description

Job Description:

The Assignment Desk Editor – Producer is responsible for planning, preparing, and executing the news gathering functions by working closely with producers, reporters, and photographers.

• Suggest stories for daily coverage as well as plans for future content with the news team.
• Research and organize details and facts on story ideas.
• Arrange and coordinate news content and interviews for daily and future stories.
• Collaborate with reporters and producers on the editorial content of stories.
• Review stories for elements, balance, storytelling, and script.
• Collaborate with staff on story/sweeps planning and coordination.
• Monitor all sources for news and establish/maintain contacts and sources.
• Work under the direct supervision of the Executive Producer and complete any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and execute the news gathering functions, including newsroom assignment, coordination of logistics, and monitoring news wires.
• Plan and prepare content using the resources available and coordinate with the managing editor, executive producer, and show producers.
• Assist in scripts (including writing) and the editing of a story.
• Coordinate breaking news coverage and establish live shots and remotes.
• Contribute story ideas and take charge of daily coverage decisions for newscast and platforms.
• Quickly adjust to late changes and be aggressive in breaking news coverage.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Backup producer as needed.

Qualifications

Eligibility Requirements:

• Fluency in Spanish and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal designated worksite (Centennial, Colorado).
• Willingness to travel and work outside standard hours, and on weekends with short notice.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must accept Solutions as NBCUniversal's Dispute Resolution Program.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Solid editing, writing, and production principles.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Accustomed to working in a team and collaborating with all levels within the organization.
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail.
• Proven excellent interpersonal skills combined with a strong sense of how to visually tell a compelling story desired.
• Ability to create urgent, engaging, and conversational news copy and visuals under tight deadlines.
• Team player who is flexible and works well under pressure.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Additional Requirements:

Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

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.

Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 (based on experience)

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.