Broadcast Associate / Assistant - Face The Nation

Full Time Job
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Overview:

The ideal candidate is a team player with exceptional organizational skills, is detail-oriented, and has the ability to both multi-task and keep a calm head under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude. Must be flexible and able to roll with the punches. Works a Wednesday-Sunday schedule, but needs to be available as needed Mondays/Tuesdays.

Responsibilities:

• Assist Moderator of Face the Nation and Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent with administrative tasks (travel, expenses, scheduling and appearance logistics)
• Work with producers to help the broadcast with research and packages and with writing/fact checking copy and questions for FTN
• Research segments for both Face the Nation and other special events in which the Moderator/CFAC is appearing.
• Help with gathering story elements and developing story pitches
• Help with monitoring and assisting FTN moderator/CFAC with social media tracking and posting as necessary.
• Help with researching and scripting questions/copy for FTN Moderator/CFAC stream, affiliate and radio appearances.
• Develop administrative systems for tracking developing stories, video, stills, oversee rights and clearances information for broadcast.
• Oversee FTN contacts and administrative database.

Qualifications:

• Internship or comparable experience working on a news broadcast.
• College degree
• Able to work under pressure and under strict deadlines.
• Strong communication (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
• Strong editorial skills in the areas of politics and foreign policy
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, holidays, and/or weekends
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Strong attention to detail

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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