NewsNation is looking for a Deputy Bureau Chief to serve as second in command of the network’s Washington, DC Bureau. The Deputy Bureau Chief assists in day-to-day management of the bureau partnering with The Bureau Chief to provide oversight and supervision of correspondents, producers, photojournalists, assignment editors, desk assistants and other bureau staff. This role helps drive newsgathering by establishing processes and workflows which ensure proper staffing and resource allocation, encourages strong original reporting, and facilitates timely dissemination of editorial information to all platforms and partners. The ideal candidate is an editorially savvy, creative, collaborative, and decisive leader who is hands on and solution oriented. The role is based at the network’s DC office.

Duties & Responsibilities:

•Helps manage daily editorial and logistical coverage process for stories and events originating in DC and or related to political coverage

• Assists in supervision of bureau assignment desk

• Leads weekly bureau planning meeting

• Communicates with network leaders on storylines, developments, and events of note

• Outlines daily and next day reporter assignments

• Provides editorial and standards guidance and support for correspondents and producers

• Liaises with network leadership in Chicago and NYC, and with show leadership

• Maintains schedule for DC editorial staff and communicates changes

• Provides feedback, mentoring and support ensuring employees are set up for success and able to meet network goals

• Collaborates with leaders at The Hill and in Nexstar’s DC Bureau assuring constructive collaboration and integration

• Helps drive efficiency and innovation making sure DC bureau provide best in class and distinctive DC coverage and that the bureau always seeks to be more effective and more efficient

• Serves as DC Bureau Chief in bureau chief’s absence

• Performs other duties as assignment by the Bureau Chief or network leadership

Qualifications & Requirements:

• College degree or equivalent related experience

• Ten or more years of experience covering Washington, DC and national politics for a television network or outlet

• An in-depth knowledge of the institutions and workings of Washington DC is a must

• Familiarity with network pool structure and transmission lines a plus

• Must be willing to work flexible shift/schedule during breaking news or special events coverage

• Must exhibit strong news judgment

• Must have strong organizational skills

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written are essential

• Must be solution-oriented

• Must be responsive to feedback

• Must also be capable of interacting positively and productively with other employees all while understanding you are leading by example

• Working knowledge of ENPS, Microsoft Teams
Salary Range: $130,000 - $150,000

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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