Freelance Assignment Desk Editor, NBC Boston & NECN

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

NBC Boston is seeking a Freelance Assignment Desk Editor. This is a part-time project/limited term position with an estimated duration of up to 8-12 months, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.

• Enterprise story ideas for coverage and interview subjects
• Assign crews to news stories and provide support for complete coverage, including research, contact information, phone calls, video etc.
• Coordinate feeds and media sharing with affiliates
• Monitor all changing and developing news stories from news wires, social media, scanners, contacts, public relations, phone calls,  and viewer suggestions 
• Communicate with production staff and management on the status of coverage and stories
• Establish network of contacts and sources across the Boston DMA
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Prior experience at an assignment desk.
• Prior experience in local news coverage.
• Strong writing skills
• Strong research skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Strong resources and contacts in the community
• Ability to solve problems, prioritize decisions and act decisively under stress and tight deadlines.
• Strong ability to assign, direct and supervise broadcast news coverage.
• Ability to gather stories from different platforms
• Ability to communicate through social media to specific individuals to corroborate stories
• Ability to search topics on social media and digital platforms
• Solid news judgment and awareness of local and national news.
• Must have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with coworkers and community.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Able to work any of a 24x7 shift including weekends and overnights depending upon news coverage & able to return to work in emergencies.
• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered 
• Must be willing to work on-site at the station in Needham, MA.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program.
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite

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 [email protected].