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　　Job Duties

　　Facilitate the news gathering process and ensure comprehensive coverage of on-air and online news stories.

　　Effectively collaborate and communicate with other assignment desk personnel

　　Generate daily, enterprise and evergreen story ideas

　　Consistently monitor scanners, wires, internet sites and social media so not miss any critical breaking news

　　Develop and cultivate contacts within the community for news stories

　　Coordinate logistics for field crews for local coverage

　　Dispatch news crews, field producers, and reporters

　　Make front line editorial decisions on a story-by-story basis 

　　Support producers by gathering new and updated information on stories

　　Communicate with newsroom and production staff on the status of coverage and stories

　　Arrange and coordinate news content and interviews for producers/talent

　　Work closely story/sweeps planning and coordination

　　Perform as back up producer as required

　　Conduct investigative research 

　　Generate duopoly story ideas

　　Basic Qualifications

　　Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Assignment Editor, Reporter or Producer

　　BA or BS in Journalism, Communications or other related field or equivalent work experience

　　Must be willing to work in Washington, D.C.

　　Must be 18 years or greater

　　Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

　　Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays

　　Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered

　　Desired Qualifications

　　Excellent news judgment and solid instincts

　　Ability to perform under tight time deadlines

　　Working knowledge of the Washington, DC metro area is preferred

　　Self-starter with excellent communication and organizational skills

　　Must possess the ability to problem solve, prioritize decisions and act decisively under tight deadlines

　　Shooting and editing skills with various editing software

　　Must be able to work effectively with others in a team environment

　　General knowledge of television news techniques, including how stories should be covered and assembled

　　Familiarity with web-based research

　　Familiarity with utilizing social media as a newsgathering tool

　　Solid sources in the community

　　Knowledge of local, state & federal court procedures

　　Knowledge of satellite operations and microwave systems

　　Understanding of emerging production techniques and technology

　　Competitive spirit

　　Spanish language skills a plus

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