$24.00 + ph commensurate with experience + skill l...
On-site
Lead daily newsgathering efforts
Coordinate coverage plans
Manage logistics
KTXL, FOX40 is seeking an Assignments Editor in Sacramento, California, who will lead newsgathering efforts and coordinate daily coverage across multiple platforms. The ideal candidate should possess strong editorial skills, experience in a newsroom setting, and a passion for both on-air and digital storytelling
Job Summary
As Assignments Editor, you’ll be the central hub of our editorial operation—coordinating coverage plans, managing logistics, and ensuring our content is timely, relevant, and impactful.
You’ll work closely with the News Director, Managing Editor and Digital Content Manager to shape daily coverage, respond to breaking news, and elevate our storytelling across broadcast, digital, and social platforms.
We’re looking for someone who communicates clearly and confidently across all levels of the newsroom and has a sharp editorial sense and understands what makes a story resonate.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 85
KTXL, FOX40 is seeking an Assignments Editor in Sacramento, California, who will lead newsgathering efforts and coordinate daily coverage across multiple platforms. The ideal candidate should possess strong editorial skills, experience in a newsroom setting, and a passion for both on-air and digital storytelling.
Salary
$24.00+/hr commensurate with experience and skill level;Not specified;Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
lead daily newsgathering efforts
coordinate coverage plans
manage logistics
shape daily coverage
respond to breaking news
manage station wide planning calendar
make assignments for reporters and photographers
manage breaking news coverage
Nice-to-have
forward-thinking, organized, and dynamic
thrive on breaking news and enterprise storytelling
juggle multiple crews, deadlines, and platforms
passionate about both on-air and digital
inspire and guide a team
leads with optimism, collaboration, and a desire to grow others