News Editor, CNBC

Jersey Digs; Englewood Cliffs (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Free onsite fitness center

Gourmet cafeteria

Dry cleaning

Free shuttle to Manhattan, Brooklyn, H

Benefits including medical, dental, &

Zusammenfassung

CNBC is seeking a News Editor based at CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ. You will drive news flow on the assignment desk, coordinate reporters and field producers, and work with the senior editorial team to shape daily coverage and long-form series.

In this hybrid position, you’ll set up live remotes, edit scripts, and oversee beat coverage while maintaining fast, accurate decisions under tight deadlines.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s Degree or related years of experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a television newsroom.
• Strong organization and leadership experience.
• Ability to work weekends.
• Knowledge of CNBC content and subject material; interest in financial markets, economics, technology and politics.

Aufgaben

• Manage news flow on the assignment desk including breaking news and source reporting.
• Coordinate reporters, field producers and other personnel covering assigned stories.
• Work with senior editorial team to plan coverage of daily news events and longer-term series.
• Set up and coordinate live remotes.
• Develop coverage with reporters, producers and other departments to complete stories and projects.
• Manage assignment desk schedules and beat coverage.
• Copy edit and fact check scripts.
• Create short-range planning to meet editorial goals.
• Collaborate with anchors, reporters and producers to craft breaking headlines.

Kenntnisse

Excellent verbal communication

Strong research

Succinct writing

Multitask ability

Team collaboration

Social media knowledge

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree or related years of experience

Jobbeschreibung

Company Description

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most.

As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service.

VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world.

Job Description

CNBC has an opportunity for a News Editor responsible for driving news flow and handling a variety of news assignment desk operations.

What you’ll do

• Manage news flow on the assignment desk including breaking news, source reporting, keeping track of incremental story updates, working with on air control room teams, cnbc.com counterparts, reporters and field producers.
• Coordinate reporters, field producers and other personnel covering assigned news stories.
• Work closely with senior editorial team and shows to coordinate coverage of daily news events, maintain lines of communication to adjust coverage plans as news develops
• Set up and coordinate live remotes
• Work closely with the senior editorial planning team to develop coverage of individual news stories and longer-term news series
• Develop relationships and work with business partners from external news sources to gather reliable and factual information for use in story coverage
• Work with reporters and producers to develop news stories and sidebars, as well as coordinate with other departments to complete stories and projects
• Manage assignment desk schedules and help navigate beat reporter coverage
• Copy edit and fact check scripts
• Create and coordinate short-range planning to meet news department editorial goals.
• Work closely with anchors, reporters and producers to identify and craft breaking news headlines
• Take quick and decisive action on headlines

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or related years of experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience working in a television newsroom
• Some previous work experience requiring organization, leadership, copy editing and journalism fundamentals
• Must be able to work weekends
• In-depth knowledge of CNBC’s content and subject material and a strong interest in financial markets, economics, technology and politics
• Ability to thoroughly edit copy under tight deadlines and identify mistakes, errors and typos
• Previous experience in business news
• Understanding of global financial markets and how events in different economies and markets affect each other
• Ability to multitask and remain calm in a fast-paced news environment
• Ability to work as part of a team and across all departments and locations
• Excellent verbal communication skills, coupled with strong research and succinct writing skills
• Demonstrated self-starter, with the confidence to make decisions quickly in a fast-paced news environment
• Knowledge of social media, wire services and financial statements
• Flexibility in hours

Additional Requirements

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

What we’ll offer

At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you'll have access to great perks and amenities:

Sweat it out- Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, plus daily group classes

Eat up- Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars

Extras- Dry cleaning,and sneak peeks

Don't have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave and a variety of other discounts and perks. Salary range: $90,000-140,000