Weekend Platforms Editor, NBC News Digital Job at NBCUniversal, New York, NY

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  • NBCUniversal
  • New York, NY

Job Description



We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain, and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our  Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our  Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests, and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced, and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description



NBC News Digital is looking for an editor to join its owned platforms team, helping with weekend coverage needs. The editor will curate the NBCNews.com homepage and app, write breaking news alerts for app and email, and distribute content to partners such as Apple News, Yahoo and Flipboard. 

The editor will handle stories from all newsroom sections, including breaking news, politics, business, sports and lifestyle. The ideal candidate will have strong editorial judgment and excellent writing and editing skills. They will know what drives audiences to engage with articles and video on mobile and desktop. Strong communication skills and a comfort working under tight deadlines are crucial. Given this is a weekend role, this editor must be a self-starter who can work independently.

This role’s hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, Wednesday through Sunday.

This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of 3 days per week. This position is represented by the New York NewsGuild - CWA. It is full-time, based in New York, but candidates in Washington, D.C., will be considered.

Key tasks

  • Curate the NBC News homepage and app with a lively mix of breaking news, politics, enterprise reporting and video
  • Execute live coverage on the homepage and app, including liveblogs and video 
  • Frame and package stories from all sections of the newsroom, including breaking news stories, features and counterprogramming
  • Coordinate plans with section editors to ensure their stories are promoted and distributed in all the right places 
  • Write and edit headlines, app alerts and contribute to newsletter production
  • Distribute and pitch stories to Apple News, Yahoo and Flipboard 
  • Monitor analytics and audience behavior to inform story curation and strategy
  • Work with photo editors to ensure the homepage and app is always looking sharp
  • Some work on social distribution will be required

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and comparable work experience
  • 3 or more years' experience in a digital newsroom. 
  • A broad knowledge of current affairs, including politics, race, social justice, international affairs, pop culture and sports
  • Must be comfortable working in a hybrid work environment 

Additional Requirements:

  • Hybrid : This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

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. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $80,000 - $90,000

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 .

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Local area, Weekend work, Sunday, 3 days per week,

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