Managing Editor

NBC 15/WPMI-TV seeks an aggressive, energetic, and creative full-time Managing Editor. The ideal candidate will serve as a producer for our early newscast and also assist with generating story ideas, managing crews, and keeping our digital properties updated.

This person will manage all aspects of daily news coverage and write for various newscasts, including but not limited to:

Write and edit content for daily newscasts
Produce and time shows
Assign and track news crews
Identify and develop daily content
Write and post content to NBC 15's digital properties
Listen to scanners, monitor websites/social media, and react to breaking news
Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas
Assisting in the efficient operations of the assignment desk

Requirements and Qualifications:

Minimum of 2 years of producing or assignment desk experience
Commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy
Ability to communicate effectively
Basic computer knowledge/word processing skills, knowledge of iNews and Avid is a plus
General knowledge and interest in local, national, and world news
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and emerging social media platforms
Bachelor’s degree with a major in Journalism is also preferred