Assignment Editor, NBC & Telemundo Washington, DC

Job DutiesFacilitate the news gathering process and ensure comprehensive coverage of on-air and online news stories.Effectively collaborate and communicate with other assignment desk personnelGenerate daily, enterprise and evergreen story ideasConsistently monitor scanners, wires, internet sites and social media so not miss any critical breaking newsDevelop and cultivate contacts within the community for news storiesCoordinate logistics for field crews for local coverageDispatch news crews, field producers, and reportersMake front line editorial decisions on a story-by-story basis Support producers by gathering new and updated information on storiesCommunicate with newsroom and production staff on the status of coverage and storiesArrange and coordinate news content and interviews for producers/talentWork closely story/sweeps planning and coordinationConduct investigative research Generate duopoly story ideasThis 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: $65,000 - $85,000.