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Assignment Desk Editor @NBCUniversal

[Hiring] Assignment Desk Editor @NBCUniversal

Mar 27, 2025 - NBCUniversal is hiring a remote Assignment Desk Editor. đź’¸ Salary: $60,000 - $70,000. đź“ŤLocation: USA.

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Role Description

The assignment desk editor will find, follow, and cover the news of the day, and gather stories and elements for dissemination to NBC News group and News Channel partners and clients, including foreign clients. This position is overnight hours and could include backfilling other assignment desk shifts.

  • Work with all NBC entities and News Channel clients to gather the day’s news
  • Fulfil requests for all NBC Network platforms
  • Use all available editorial, social media, and desktop tools to gather, view, and share stories
  • Respond quickly to breaking news
  • Work closely with feed producer regarding story details and restrictions
  • Communicate story developments with network, NBC News Channel clients and internally within NBC News Channel
  • Represent NBC News Channel on network conference calls
  • Book transmission facilities, live and tape feeds
  • Utilize various file sharing platforms to gather video
  • Find compelling user generated stories
  • Clear, with the proper language, any user generated content for the feed
  • Follow and communicate Rights and Clearances restrictions

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of affiliate and or network experience
  • Bachelor’s degree - preferably in journalism or communications
  • Must be able to work weekends, nights, and holidays
  • Ability to work flexible hours during major breaking news
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong editorial judgment and customer service skills

Desired Characteristics

  • Ability to work calmly in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments
  • Strong work ethic and organizational skills
  • Assignment Desk experience preferred

Requirements

  • Fully Remote: This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence.
  • 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: $60,000 - $70,000.

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.
  • You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
  • For LA County and City Residents Only: NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements.

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