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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 ('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 Description

As a Desk Editor for NBC Sports, you will play a crucial role in the digital operation of NBC Sports, which encompasses a variety of high-profile sports properties including the NFL, Olympic and Paralympic Sports, Premier League, NBA/WNBA, Motorsports, Golf, College Sports, Fantasy and more. Your primary responsibilities will include managing video publishing and the distribution of live streams across multiple platforms, ensuring that all content is presented with accuracy and care. You will oversee the day-to-day management of the NBC Sports digital homepage, sport-specific pages, and the Sports app, while also supporting video publishing efforts on partner platforms including Peacock, YouTube, NBC News, Yahoo, Apple, and more. In this role, you will coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure that both video and written content is accurately represented across NBC Sports' digital platforms. You will package NBC Sports' written and video content in a manner that maximizes reach while prioritizing editorial accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage video publishing and livestream presentation on the NBC Sports main site and on the Sports App
• Manage the presentation of content across NBC Sports sites, including the homepage and sports-specific pages
• Package NBC Sports written and video content on our digital platforms to maximize reach and prioritize editorial accuracy
• Plan around key properties and tentpole events to develop coverage strategies and ensure coordination between linear broadcasts and digital teams
• Support relationships with partner platforms
• Occasional article editing and writing

Qualifications

Requirements

• Solid editorial judgment and engagement with multiple sports properties
• Clear communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
• Keen attention to detail and ability to prioritize across multiple concurrent sports and events
• Familiarity with a digital ecosystem and ability to learn and master multiple technical platforms
• Sharp writing ability, both in long-form content creation and in daily titling and descriptions of video content (submission of writing samples may be required)

Additional Requirements:

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through to be considered
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Availability on nights and weekends
• Must be 18 years or older
• It is the policy of NBCUniversal and NBCUniversal’ s affiliated businesses to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law
• Fully Remote: This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence
• Salary range: $175-$200/day rate
• We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis.

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. 

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