The Assignments Editor answers incoming news calls and assigns daily news stories according to the news personnel available.

Tracks stories from all sources including government agencies, wire services and community groupsDispatches photographers, reporters and other personnel to cover storiesCoordinates logistics for news personnelParticipates in daily story meetings and supplies a comprehensive list of all possible news stories and works with the News Director to develop plans for all broadcastsAssists in development, planning and follow-up of all news storiesChecks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant factsEdits video clips as assignedReviews copy and will correct errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelinesWrites stories for the web and other eMedia platformsInteracts with viewers/users on social media sitesUse our Social Media and Website to build and reinforce brand recognition and drive viewers to televisionEdits content for on-air and digitalWrites stories for the web and other digital platformsFinds new ways to use Social Media and our website to engage with viewersGathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functionsPerforms other duties as assigned

 Requirements & Skills:

 

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experienceFluency in EnglishExcellent communication skills, both oral and writtenMinimum two years’ experience in news operationsProficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipmentAbility to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyFlexibility to work any shift