Managing Editor - NBC 4 / Telemundo 52 Los Angeles Job at NBCUniversal, Los Angeles, CA

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  • NBCUniversal
  • Los Angeles, CA

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Company 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.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

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

NBC4 and T52, the NBC and Telemundo owned stations in Los Angeles, are looking for a duopoly Managing Editor to oversee editorial content across both stations. The ideal candidate will be able to successfully merge editorial operations for NBC4 & T52 while simultaneously executing the strategic visions of two unique brands. The ideal candidate is a dynamic leader focused on breaking and enterprise storytelling while fostering team collaboration.

The duopoly Managing Editor will lead a team of experienced journalists in daily news gathering, breaking news coverage and editorial decision making. This candidate should have extensive experience in optimizing news gathering operations and optimizing workflows. A proven track record of exceptional news judgment is required to be successful in this duopoly role. 

This position reports directly to both the VP of News for NBC4 & T52.

Essential Responsibilities: 

  • Responsible for leading daily editorial meetings for both NBC4 & T52
  • Provide editorial direction to staff including reporters, photographers, assignment editors and producers
  • Approve reporter scripts with an emphasis on enforcing factual integrity and adhering to NBC4 & T52 standards and guidelines
  • Review scripts for facts and up-to-date information in addition to reviewing scripts for grammar and style
  • Guide, lead and manage the station’s coverage of breaking news and big story coverage
  • Work with the digital team to maximize news coverage on all digital platforms 
  • Participate in the performance appraisal process in conjunction with the VPs of News 
  • Perform other duties as assigned including scheduling
Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field 
  • Minimum 10 years of newsroom experience 
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in news management role (News Director, Assistant News Director, Executive Producer, Managing Editor or Assignment Manager) in a top 20 market newsroom
  • Bilingual in Spanish & English 
  • Field producing experience a plus
  • Experience supervising, training, coaching and motivating a team 
  • Proficiency in working with the latest newsroom technologies (both hardware and software) 
  • Ability to help set and communicate newsroom policies 
  • Good collaborative and interpersonal skills to communicate at all levels 
  • A pioneering spirit with desire to learn emerging technologies and invent the future 
  • Must be a fierce competitor

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered 
  • Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA 
  • Must have a flexible schedule with willingness to travel and work long hours and on weekends with short notice 
  • Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Desired Characteristics: 

  • Working knowledge of Los Angeles market 
  • Basic understanding of the NBC4 and T52 Los Angeles news brands 
  • Demonstrated ability to lead successful teams
  • Excellent communication skills 

Additional Requirements:

Required On-Site : This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
Salary Range: $160,000 to $200,000 (Bonus and Long-Term Incentive Eligible)

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.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

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, Local area, Flexible hours, Weekend work,

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