News Assistant - (Culver City, CA)

Job category Part time Regular Background & Education Qualifications BA in Journalism or Communications preferred Job summary The NFL Media Group is seeking News Assistants who are tasked with assisting the Assignment Desk in all phases the newsgathering process for both on-air and digital content. Potential applicants should have at least 1 year of background in a newsroom environment and must meet the following criteria: * Must be able to follow instructions and work well with others in a quick paced newsroom environment * Expertise to multi-task and prioritize daily assignments * Demonstrate effective communication expertise both verbally and written * Expertise to meet deadlines under pressure situations * Familiar with utilizing social media as a source of breaking news * Must be flexible with work schedule including weekends and overnight shifts Applicants should have the following qualification: