Assignment Editor

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Excellent editorial judgement
Keen sense of logistics
Available to take on-call assignments
The role requires a candidate who can bring energy, organization, and a sense of urgency to the Weekend Assignment Desk

Job Summary

  • The role requires a candidate who can bring energy, organization, and a sense of urgency to the Weekend Assignment Desk.
  • Responsibilities include coordinating news coverage, reacting to breaking news, and assigning crews throughout the day.
  • The ideal candidate must have excellent editorial judgement and be available for on-call assignments.

Matching Summary

The role requires a candidate who can bring energy, organization, and a sense of urgency to the Weekend Assignment Desk.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Excellent editorial judgement
  • Keen sense of logistics
  • Available to take on-call assignments
  • Listen to scanner for breaking news
  • Assign crews and track them

Nice-to-have

  • Bring energy and organization
  • Develop and maintain contacts
  • Fill in on other shifts as needed
  • Pitch story ideas for weekends

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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