The Assignments Editor answers incoming news calls and assigns daily news stories according to the news personnel available
Job Summary
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 groups and dispatches photographers, reporters and other personnel to cover stories.
Participates 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 broadcasts.
Matching Summary
The Assignments Editor answers incoming news calls and assigns daily news stories according to the news personnel available.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
answering news calls
assigning daily news stories
tracking stories from all sources
coordinating logistics for news personnel
participating in daily story meetings
handling multiple tasks simultaneously
Nice-to-have
developing plans for broadcasts
assisting in story development
flexibility to work any shift
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field
Minimum two years’ experience in news operations
Proficiency with office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize assignments