Director, Domestic Newsgathering - MSNBC Dayside

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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.

The Director of Domestic Newsgathering is responsible for leading the editorial direction and operational execution of domestic newsgathering during core weekday hours. This role oversees the assignment desk team, coordinates with the Senior Assignment Manager, and ensures efficient, ethical, and impactful editorial coverage across platforms. The Director drives daily news priorities, breaking news responses, and long-range planning with a sharp focus on accuracy, speed, and journalistic integrity.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Supervise and provide guidance to newsroom staff, including reporters, editors, and multimedia journalists
• Oversee the planning, development, and execution of news stories and coverage
• Coordinate news coverage and allocate resources efficiently
• Ensure all editorial content meets high standards of accuracy, fairness, and integrity
• Develop and implement newsroom policies and procedures
• Monitor news wires, social media, and other sources to stay current of breaking news and significant events
• Assist in the development and implementation of strategic plans for the newsroom

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field
• Extensive experience in a newsroom environment, preferably in a newsgathering management role
• Strong understanding of digital media and multimedia journalism
• Excellent leadership and team-building skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Experience with editorial planning and strategic decision-making
• Knowledge of news standards and ethical journalism practices
• Familiarity with newsroom management software and tools
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a newsroom environment
• At least 2 years in a management role
• Proven organizational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Preferred Qualities

• Possess a strong understanding of U.S. politics and political coverage strategies
• Experience coordinating from the field during major breaking news events across time zones and platforms.

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: $135,000 - $190,000

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 [email protected].

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to SpinCo in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.