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 storiesEdits video clips as assignedWrites stories for the web and other eMedia platformsInteracts with viewers/users on social media sitesPerforms 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