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CNBC seeks news associate

CNBC is looking for a news associate to assist CNBC business news shows with the coordination of elements for daily Business program.

Find background information on a wide range of business and financial news stories, using a variety of sources such as the Internet, newspapers, and magazines. Build charts and storm boards before the show and in the control room. Research segment ideas and segment information as directed by the producer and senior producer of the show. Assist producers with story production and pre-interviews. Coordinate production requests.

Qualifications/Requirements

BA degree in journalism or business; or an equivalent degree

1-2 years of Production Associate experience. Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to work with others under tight deadlines is critical. Must be a self-starter and be able to make quick, editorially sound decisions while remaining calm under pressure.

Must be familiar with stocks and ticker symbols. Ideal candidate must be able to multi-task, and have experience working in live television.

Business news knowledge is a huge plus. Proficiency with systems, especially the i-News computer system is preferred.

To apply, go here.

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Chris Roush

Chris Roush was the dean of the School of Communications at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut. He was previously Walter E. Hussman Sr. Distinguished Professor in business journalism at UNC-Chapel Hill. He is a former business journalist for Bloomberg News, Businessweek, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, The Tampa Tribune and the Sarasota Herald-Tribune. He is the author of the leading business reporting textbook "Show me the Money: Writing Business and Economics Stories for Mass Communication" and "Thinking Things Over," a biography of former Wall Street Journal editor Vermont Royster.

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