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Desk Editor -NBC Sports

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Desk Editor -NBC Sports

• Emerging Level
Skills: Editor Digital Media Live Event / On Location Services

Summary

As a desk editor, you will be a key part of the NBC Sports digital operation, handling video publishing and presentation of live streams across multiple properties, including NFL, Golf, Olympic and Paralympic Sports, Premier League, Motorsports, Big Ten, Rotoworld and more.

Category Digital Media  Editor  Live Event / On Location Services 
Location Connecticut
Time Period Full Time
Posted Date Mar 28, 2023
Start Date N/A
End Date N/A

Job Description

You will manage the day-to-day presentation of the NBC Sports digital homepage, sport-specific pages, and the Sports app, as well as support video publishing effort on platforms like YouTube and Yahoo, and coordinate with multiple stakeholders to ensure all content, both video and written, is presented with accuracy, nuance and care across our digital platforms.

Responsibilities
  • Manage video publishing and livestream presentation on the NBC Sports main site and on the Sports App, both in a live sports environment and to support studio shows like ProFootballTalk and Brother From Another
  • Manage the presentation of content across NBC Sports sites, including the homepage and sports-specific pages
  • Package NBC Sports written and video content on our digital platforms in a way that both maximizes reach and prioritizes editorial accuracy
  • Plan around key properties and tentpole events to develop coverage strategies and ensure coordination between linear broadcasts and digital teams
  • Support relationships with partner platforms like YouTube and Yahoo
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
  • Strong editorial judgment and engagement with multiple sports properties
  • Minimum of 1+ years of Editorial experience
  • Clear communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
  • Keen attention to detail and ability to prioritize across multiple concurrent sports and events
  • Familiarity with a digital ecosystem and ability to learn and master (with all appropriate support and training) multiple technical platforms that contribute to the presentation of the NBC Sports site
  • Sharp writing ability, both in the occasional long-form content creation and in daily titling and descriptions of video content
Additional Qualifications:
  • Ability to work in a team environment, eagerness to learn, and ability to adjust on the fly as storylines and trends evolve and change
  • Familiarity with AP style with the ability to create clean, accurate and original copy
  • Strong comfort level with digital video platforms and openness to learning new tech platforms as needed
Desired Characteristics:
  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure, to meet deadlines, and multi-task
  • Openness to working both collaboratively and independently and enthusiasm for taking ownership of projects, properties and deadlines
  • Awareness of when to elevate key issues, candor and comfort in admitting what you don’t know and where you need more support
  • Enthusiasm for the digital presentation of sports content and creative thinking about how web and app platforms enable us to present content in unique and innovative ways
Additional Requirements:
  • Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
  • Willingness to work nights and weekends with short notice
  • Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

Job Type Full Time 
Weekly Limit N/A
Shift Day
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