Senior Assignment Manager, MSNBC Weekend Newsgathering

NBCUniversal

  • Washington DC
  • $135,000-150,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
Company DescriptionNBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a sharp, decisive, and organized Senior Manager to lead our weekend newsroom operations. Based in our Washington, DC bureau, this role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of weekend news coverage, including breaking news, political coverage, live programming, and coordination across teams. The ideal candidate is a newsroom leader with strong editorial judgment, cable news experience, and the ability to manage high-stakes coverage with speed and clarity.Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the senior editorial lead on weekends, making critical content and coverage decisions in real-time.
  • Oversee live programming blocks and breaking news situations from a leadership perspective.
  • Ensure consistent editorial quality and standards across all weekend content, editorial, digital, and social platforms.
  • Coordinate with weekday leadership teams to maintain continuity of coverage and editorial priorities.
  • Lead morning and evening editorial meetings, providing clear directives and planning guidance.
  • Monitor developing news, policy updates, and political developments relevant to the network's brand.
  • Troubleshoot logistical or editorial issues in coordination with control room and tech ops.
  • Provide feedback, mentorship, and performance management for weekend staff.
  • Collaborate with booking, digital, and graphics teams to align storytelling across platforms.
QualificationsQualifications:
  • 7+ years of experience in a fast-paced, live news environment (preferably cable or broadcast).
  • At least 2-3 years in a managerial or senior editorial role.
  • Deep knowledge of U.S. politics, government institutions, and current events.
  • Exceptional editorial judgment and the ability to make swift decisions under pressure.
  • Experience overseeing breaking news events in real time.
  • Strong communication and team leadership skills.
  • Willingness to work a non-traditional schedule, including weekends and holidays.
Preferred Qualities:
  • Experience with iNews and SLACK
  • Background in both linear broadcast and digital news content.
  • Calm demeanor and strong decision-making ability under pressure.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and lead across departments.
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 Benefits page of the Careers website.Salary range: $135,000 - $150,000Additional InformationAs 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 .Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.

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