Assignment Desk Editor

This is a Full Time Job

JOB DUTIES:
• Coordinate reporters, photographers, and crews for assigned news coverage
• Set up live shots and plan stories in collaboration with producers and managers
• Build relationships with outside news contacts to gather accurate information
• Work with reporters and producers to shape stories and coordinate cross-department efforts
• Help with daily and future story planning to support newsroom goals
• Monitor scanners, wires, and online/print sources for breaking news
• Field produce and conduct interviews when needed
• Gather info and cut video for use in newscasts
• Pitch ideas and contribute content for digital platforms
• Make calls to gather info and help book interviews
• Produce, write, edit, and publish news stories for all WMAQ’s news platforms, including broadcast, website, streaming channels, and OTT apps
• Add content to our digital and social platforms in conjunction with our dedicated digital content team

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree or related years of experience
• Minimum 2 year of experience working on a television News Assignment Desk
• Some previous work experience requiring organization and research skills.
• Must be able to work all shifts; overnights, nights and weekends included
• Must be willing to work in severe weather emergencies and/or extended news coverage
• Must have the ability to organize and manage priorities under tight deadlines and high-pressure situations; must have the ability to multi-task and adapt quickly to change
• Knowledge and understanding of various media platforms
• Pioneering spirit with a desire to learn emerging technologies and invent the future

Eligibility Requirements
• Must be willing to work in Chicago, IL
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered for this position
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite

Desired Characteristics
At NBC we love to have diversity at the workplace and encourage our employees to have a variety of skills. We would highly value if you are:
• Excellent knowledge of Chicago and suburban areas
• Ability to work contacts and sources to break stories
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and telephone skills
• Strong computer skills
• Strong News judgment and excellent instincts regarding News content
• Ability to react quickly and aggressively in breaking News situations
• Multi-task efficiently; a quick thinker who can handle high-pressure situations on a consistent basis
• Able to work well and contribute within a strong team environment
• Able to work efficiently and productively with initiative and little supervision
• Able to contribute within a strong team environment
• Knowledgeable in navigating the internet to find stories and information
• Knowledge and understanding of various media platforms
• Fluency in Spanish and English a plus
• Willing to work weekends and nights