Assignment Desk Editor/Digital Editor - Telemundo San Antonio

Company DescriptionAt NBCUniversal, we believe in the talent of our people. It’s our passion and commitment to excellence that drives NBCU’s vast portfolio of brands to succeed. From broadcast and cable networks, news and sports platforms, to film, world-renowned theme parks and a diverse suite of digital properties, we take pride in all that we do and all that we represent. It’s what makes us uniquely NBCU. Here you can create the extraordinary. Join us!Telemundo 60 San Antonio / KVDA is Telemundo’s south Texas television station serving Spanish-speaking viewers in the San Antonio market. Owned by NBCUniversal, Telemundo 60 has been delivering local news, information and entertainment to viewers throughout South Texas for more than 25 years and reaches approximately 1.3 million viewers in thirty two counties. Viewers turn to Telemundo 60 for local breaking news, weather forecasts and sports headlines across a variety of platforms, including online at TelemundoSanAntonio.com and via its mobile and social media channels. Today, Telemundo 60 produces more than seven hours of local news and programming each week and demonstrates its commitment to the community by cultivating local partnerships and capturing the diversity of South Texas.Job DescriptionAssemble daybook on Inception listing story ideas and daily newsworthy eventsMonitor police and emergency scanners and electronic/printed sources for news and disseminate the information to appropriate newsroom personnelCoordinate interviews and logistics for field crewsFacilitate the news-gathering process and ensure comprehensive coverage of all news stories across all platforms, including, but not limited to broadcast, digital, and webCollaborate with producers, anchors, reporters, photographers, digital team, and other station personnel on a daily basis, to maximize resources and provide the best coverage during breaking news coverage and/or weather & emergency situationsParticipate in editorial meetings; develop interesting story ideas using strong editorial judgmentCultivate contacts important to news coverage in San Antonio & Nevada areas, including law enforcementEstablish working relationships with Public Information Officers for updates on significant events and incidentsFollow other local news channels to monitor their news coverageProduce & Assist with undercover special projects during sweepsCooperate with and support news and online platforms as assignedPublishing of online content when requiredPlan news coverage as directed by news managementPerform other duties as needed and as directed by news managementKeep news managers and producers informed on the progress of new storiesAnswer phones and take notes on viewer calls for possible story leadsEdit videos for broadcast & social mediaCreate original articles, videos, and slideshows; gather original content from the local TV station’s newsroom and curate a wide variety of stories from other sources, including blogs, newspapers, online publications, and magazines.Oversee the content of home page, main pages, and subsections of the website.Actively engage the community through content.QualificationsQualifications/RequirementsBachelor's degree in communicationsBilingual: Excellent Spanish and English; both written and verbalPrior experience as an assignment editor, assignment manager, web editor, or other related experienceSolid news judgment, strong writing, and research skillsExperience using online and social media resources as news researching tools (Accurint, LexisNexis, Facebook, Tweetdeck, social flow, and work press, etc.)Demonstrated ability to solve problems, prioritize decisions, act decisively, and successfully manage multiple assignments concurrently in a high-pressure, breaking news environmentBasic understanding and demonstration of solid editorial judgment and journalistic ethics, including current knowledge of laws of libel, slander, and applicable FCC rules and regulationsGood collaborative and interpersonal skills to communicate at all levelsCuriosity for content with an initiative to suggest stories with relevance for all marketsMust be willing to work overtime and on weekends with short notice.          Detail-oriented.Understanding of emerging news production techniques and technologyWorks well in a fast-paced, team environmentHave an understanding of SEO practices.Works as needed when determined by news managementDesired CharacteristicsExperience in a Texas market and familiarity with Hispanic audience and communities is preferredWorking knowledge of digital media technology, particularly content-management tools.Video and photo editing skills preferred.Have the desire to work in a creative, demanding, and competitive environment.Additional Job RequirementsApplicants must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be consideredMust be willing to work at the station in the San Antonio location. Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.Must be at least 18 years of age    Must accept Solutions as NBCUniversal s Alternative Dispute ResolutionAdditional InformationNBCUniversal'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. 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