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Tribune Media Company

NewsNation Desk Assistant, Washington, DC Bureau

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A Producer plans and coordinates elements needed to create a film, television show, theater production, musical production or radio show. Works with writers, composers and artistic directors to develop ideas and scripts; oversees rehearsals or production schedule and budget; recruits financing to support production and marketing costs; negotiates distribution agreements. May also work on television or radio advertisements.

$59,161 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)

-4% projected decline

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Job Description

NewsNation seeks a Desk Assistant to support the News Nation National Washington Bureau. The role is intended to provide those interested in a career in journalism exposure to cable news and hands-on experience in newsgathering and television production. The position is based in Washington, DC.
Responsibilities:
  • Work to gather information via outreach by calling, e-mailing or monitoring social media
  • Conduct story research for field and show teams
  • Compile News Roundup memo each morning
  • Log or transcribe news events and share relevant editorial information with field and show teams
  • Coordinate feeds of video being sent in from the field
  • Provide other support to news managers, producers, correspondents, and anchors as assigned
Qualifications:
  • Minimum 6 months TV experience including internships in a news or talk show environment
  • Knowledge and experience editing video
  • Knowledge and experience in social media
  • Knowledge of ENPS preferred
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Office)
  • Commitment to being a self-starter who proactively seeks out tasks and opportunities for growth
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • 24/7 availability: ability/willingness to work overtime, nights, holidays, and weekends, often with short notice.
Compensation Range:
$22
  • 25/hourly
Benefits:
Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement. #LI-Onsite
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