Digital Assignment Editor

KOIN 6 TV

Portland, OR, United States
Not specified; competitive compensation plan offer...
Onsite
Coordinate daily news coverage
Produce digital-only stories
Monitor scanners and social media
The role involves coordinating daily news coverage for broadcast, digital platforms, and a new streaming app while balancing traditional assignment desk duties with content creation

Job Summary

  • The role involves coordinating daily news coverage for broadcast, digital platforms, and a new streaming app while balancing traditional assignment desk duties with content creation.
  • Candidates must be willing to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and overnights in a high-stress environment driven by breaking news deadlines.
  • The position requires strong organizational skills to pitch, write, and produce original digital-exclusive content such as interviews and explainers for KOIN.com and social media.

Matching Summary

The role involves coordinating daily news coverage for broadcast, digital platforms, and a new streaming app while balancing traditional assignment desk duties with content creation.

Salary

Not specified; Competitive compensation plan offered

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Coordinate daily news coverage
  • Produce digital-only stories
  • Monitor scanners and social media
  • Pitch and write original content
  • Manage field crews dispatch
  • Work flexible hours including nights

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with Portland region
  • Understanding of multi-platform strategies
  • Strong editorial judgment
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure
  • Collaborative leadership style

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
  • 2 years' experience in TV broadcast/production
  • Experience producing content for digital sites
  • Union membership subject to NABET agreement

Work Rights

Not specified

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