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Deputy Washington Editor, NBC News Digital Deputy Washington Editor, NBC News Digital Company Description NBCUniversal 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. Company Description NBCUniversal 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 ('SpinCo') 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 Description NBC News Digital is seeking Deputy Editor to help drive its Washington coverage. This person should have experience editing coverage of the White House, Congress, government agencies or all of the above. The ideal candidate is competitive and scoop-driven, who can spot and engage reporters on emerging storylines. The goal is to drive coverage that breaks news, whether in a quick-turn piece or a deep dive. The portfolio will include breaking news, daily coverage, exclusives and enterprise pieces on the biggest storylines and players in Washington. The Deputy Washington Editor will work closely with the Senior Washington Editor to keep track of what is going on in the Capitol and plan out coverage, making sure we aren't missing upcoming opportunities to break news and be on top of major developments. This role requires strong collaborative and diplomatic skills. The Deputy Washington Editor works across a variety of teams at NBC News and must be able to effectively partner with reporters, correspondents, editors, producers and others to bring the best reporting onto the website. In one day this person could assign and shepherd a piece on the White House’s thinking on tariffs, bringing in reporting from across the network into a sharp and smart piece. In another, this person could be running a live blog on a major congressional hearing. In another they could be refining a reporter’s story pitch or copy to make sure the article will be as strong and deep as possible. Management experience is important. We want someone who can help reporters do their best work, grow their skills and develop their career. Responsibilities Work closely with the Senior Washington editor to drive coverage of Washington (including the White House, Congress, federal agencies and the Supreme Court) for NBC News Digital Manage several reporters and their career growth and develop their skills Assign and edit news stories to ensure they are thorough, well-written, accurate and authoritative Collaborate with other digital editors and staffers across the broadcast group Actively monitor sources of breaking news and be prepared to jump on developments as they happen Make sure stories are optimized with SEO, engaging and accurate headlines, strong ledes and visual elements to help tell our stories Handle breaking news and help run live blogs Share information and collaborate with all NBC News platforms in a timely fashion Qualifications 5+ years in journalism, preferably covering politics Experience managing or coaching political journalists Outstanding editing skills — from clean writing to an agile brainstorming mind Strong communication skills Expertise in writing SEO and optimizing stories for different platforms Desired Characteristics Expert planner with sharp news judgment who can spot which stories need our attention and which don't Excellent communicator who can work well with others in a variety of roles at different levels of the company Extensive knowledge of politics and the political news landscape Creativity thinker who considers how best to present stories to readers in a way that will catch their interest Expertise in writing SEO and optimizing stories for different platforms Additional Requirements Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three 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: $120,000 - $150,000 (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. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Writing/Editing Industries Broadcast Media Production and Distribution, Entertainment Providers, and Media Production Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at NBC News by 2x Get notified about new Deputy News Editor jobs in Washington, DC . Sr. Writer/Reporter, Washington Enterprise Washington, DC $109,200.00-$182,000.00 1 week ago RR006AR2/3 - Mid to Sr Analyst Reporter - Cleared Washington, DC $90,000.00-$125,000.00 5 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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