Digital Editor, NBC Bay Area

Job Description

NBC Bay Area is looking for a versatile and highly motivated Digital News Editor to write, create and curate content for our duopoly multimedia platforms. The Digital News Editor works closely with broadcast, assignment desk and multi-platform news teams for both NBC Bay Area (KNTV) and Telemundo 48 (KSTS). The ideal candidate possesses great people skills, excellent reporting, writing and editing skills, as well as a passion for multi-platform journalism.

We are looking for a self-starter who can get work done without extensive direction. The ideal candidate possesses strong editorial news judgment and knowledge of the San Francisco Bay Area region. You must have experience covering breaking news and trending stories, using social media as a reporting and engagement tool and publishing using a CMS such as WordPress.

To be considered for this role, please include a cover letter with samples of your written work or a link to your online portfolio.

Job Responsibilities :

• Report and write original stories for NBC Bay Area and Telemundo 48 digital platforms
• Report and disseminate breaking and developing news quickly through website updates, push alerts, social posts and newsletters
• Manage placement and display of content across all multimedia platforms
• Use Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X and other social media platforms to distribute our reporting and engage audiences
• Edit broadcast video for digital presentation
• Edit and enrich broadcast scripts for digital platform publication
• Implement SEO best practices in written copy and headlines
• Coordinate and manage live streams
• Pitch and produce original content, including explainers
• Collaborate with various departments, including our innovation team, on station initiatives and projects

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This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the of the Careers website.

Salary range : $70,000 - $95,000

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.

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 AccessibilityS.