Job Description

The Vice President – Newsgathering (NY) is a critical editorial leadership role for the MSNBC. This person is responsible for working closely with producers, correspondents and reporters to manage, guide, refine and hone their daily reporting for the many platforms of MSNBC. The position is a highly collaborative, hands-on role and will work closely with multiple senior managers and editorial teams across the Network.

Responsibilities:

• Leading and managing the daily editorial and logistical coverage process. Help direct the news desk, editorial teams, and correspondents, who are expected to deliver original reporting, breaking news, and differentiated content.
• Lead and coach editorial teams including correspondents
• Drive unique story angles, guide development of stories from conceptualization to completion while also ensuring full coverage on news of the day
• Develop relationships with show teams to synergize coverage plans with program needs
• Partner and communicate with other news group units (i.e. digital, audio, longform) to maximize coverage as well as coordinate short and long term editorial planning
• Work closely with News Digital to integrate reporting across all platforms of MSNBC
• Work closely with deputy director to ensure desk and editorial interests align with each other
• Ensure all reporting aligns with news standards and practices; provide source approval as needed
• Participate in special projects, pitch fresh ideas, lead change initiatives and assist Bureau as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 15 years of expanding editorial experience
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory/management experience
• Must be able to foster good teamwork and become a mentor to all teammates and colleagues
• Must be willing to work in New York.
• Works well under pressure and work swiftly to make smart decisions under a breaking news environment.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Desired Characteristics:

• Exceptional news judgment
• Ability to lead and foster teamwork
• Strong leadership and coaching skills
• Ability to manage a demanding, ever-changing newsroom or beat
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to make decisions quickly in a fast paced and deadline driven environment
• Knowledge of News Policies, Guidelines and Practice
• This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of 3 days per week.

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: $200k -$250k, bonus eligible

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 AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.