NBC News Washington Desk Assistant

1 week ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States NBCUniversal Full time
Job Description

The NBC News Washington Bureau offers paid full-time Desk Assistants (D.A.) positions year-round. Our Desk Assistant program is designed for individuals with a strong interest in television journalism, specifically network news and cable news. This role provides excellent opportunities to learn the basics of reporting and production by observing and working with experienced news professionals at a major news organization.

As a Desk Assistant, you will perform administrative, operational, and editorial tasks for the NBC News Washington Bureau and the NBC News and MSNBC cable news programs it serves. Your duties will include answering newsdesk phones, coordinating and gathering incoming news videos, logging news events, and assisting correspondents and anchors with editorial and production tasks.

You will also have the opportunity to gain additional professional experience in field-producing coverage of news events, digital journalism, and producing news reports for various NBC News or MSNBC programs.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
  • 24/7 availability and willingness to work overtime, nights, holidays, and weekends
  • Ability to work in Washington, D.C.

Desired Characteristics:

  • Strong journalistic writing skills and research skills
  • Television newsroom experience
  • Digital journalism experience
  • Strong interest in and demonstrated knowledge of current affairs
  • Excellent interpersonal and telephone communications skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook email
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments

This position is eligible for company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and other discounts and perks.

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