Digital News Reporter (12 month Maternity Cover)

NBC News Digital is seeking an ambitious London-based reporter to help cover international news. This role will require a journalist with experience delving into a variety of topics as well as producing original reporting on a dedicated beat. The successful candidate will be an aggressive reporter who has covered major international stories for an American audience and thrives on beating the competition and producing signature work. The candidate will be expected to produce multiple articles a week, ranging from breaking news to quick analysis and longer-term enterprise stories. You are the right person for the job if you have demonstrated a deep interest in foreign news, come up with fresh angles on ongoing international stories or if you want to answer the questions the public might be asking on a complex issue. This reporter will report to the Assistant Managing Editor for International News in London, and will collaborate with digital reporters and editors as well as correspondents and producers throughout the network. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Pitch, report and write daily news stories while also working on longer term features. Hone particular areas of expertise and build sources. Make sure stories have the best photos, videos and other elements. Be a team player and work with digital editors and reporters, as well as broadcast correspondents and producers.