NewsNation Desk Assistant, Washington, DC Bureau

NewsNation is seeking a Desk Assistant to support its National Washington Bureau. This role offers individuals interested in journalism exposure to cable news and hands-on experience in newsgathering and television production. Responsibilities include gathering information, conducting story research, compiling news memos, logging events, coordinating video feeds, and providing general support to news teams. The position requires at least 6 months of TV experience, video editing, social media knowledge, and 24/7 availability.

Must Have

• 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
• 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
• 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

Good to Have

• Knowledge of ENPS preferred

Perks & Benefits

• Medical insurance (multiple plan options)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Paid Parental leave
• Life insurance

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: $22.50–$25.75/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.

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