Assignment Editor, Network News Desk
Core
Coordinate news gathering, breaking news coverage, and logistical support across broadcast, cable, digital, and streaming platforms for NBC News.
Role type
Senior IC assignment editor (newsroom operations)
Builds
News coverage plans, story assignments, and content distribution across multiple media platforms
Domain
Broadcast news and digital media
Required skills
news judgment, multi-tasking, social media management, newsroom systems proficiency, TV production knowledge, resource management, competitive monitoring
Preferred skills
experience with major market breaking news, independent and team collaboration, innovative problem-solving, strong research skills
Technologies
newsroom systems, social media platforms, satellite operations tools
Responsibilities
Coordinate gathering and feeding of news materials; research and implement coverage of breaking news; collaborate with digital, streaming, and broadcast platforms on content distribution; manage requests from all platforms for field teams; monitor competitive broadcasts and digital platforms; establish and maintain working story and contact files; facilitate network-wide conferences; communicate with legal and standards groups for editorial guidance.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC