Managing Editor - NBC 4 / Telemundo 52 Los Angeles

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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

• 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)

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