Full-Time

CNBC seeks a deputy tech editor

May 8, 2024

Posted by Chris Roush

CNBC Digital is looking for an experienced editor to work with the Senior Editor helping to manage the technology-news team. The ideal candidate will know the industry inside and out, from Apple to AI to VCs. Some understanding of how media and entertainment are playing a role with the big tech companies would be useful. The ideal candidate will know how to direct coverage of Apple, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, and other mega-cap tech companies. They will help reporters develop sources and understand the stories they should be covering. They may also get to do some original reporting or write smart analysis  themselves. It is critical they are knowledgeable about markets and can work collaboratively with our TV network. They will have roughly five or more years of experience in daily news, with a proven track record of breaking news, writing, or editing long-form features and delivering high-quality, high-impact journalism. Should also be comfortable managing live blogs on a story that merits.

Duties include:

  • Editing breaking news in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
  • Writing headlines with an eye toward SEO
  • Experience editing fast-moving breaking news
  • A clear understanding of style and grammar
  • Helping writers frame stories for a national audience
  • Mentor, coach, and empower both junior and experienced reporters

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • 5+ years of experience covering or editing technology news.
  • 2+ years of managing direct reports preferred but not required.
  •  Proven track record breaking news and filing or editing stories in a fast-paced, real-time news environment.
  • Reporting, writing, or editing investigative stories and/or long-form features.
  • A collaborative demeanor with experience working and coordinating with multiple teams and across multiple platforms: social media, TV, and digital video.
  • The ability to deliver accurate news in a high-volume, deadline-oriented environment.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, and/or weekends as news breaks.
  • Must be highly motivated, extremely organized, detail-oriented, and possess outstanding communication and coordination skills.
  • The job is based in San Francisco with a hybrid in-office schedule.

Desired Characteristics:

  • BA or college-level equivalent.
  • Experience at a major online news site or a daily financial publication.
  • Passionate about storytelling and creating the best reader experience online.
  • Ongoing knowledge of and interest in the business world and financial news.
  •  Solid understanding of web standards and SEO.

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: $95,000-$145,000 (bonus eligible)

Additional Requirements:

  • Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
  • Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
  • Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

To apply, go here.

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