Assignments Manager

KNWA & FOX24

Fayetteville, AR, United States
Not specified (assumed onsite based on the nature of the role)
Newsroom leadership experience
Breaking news coordination
Multi-platform content management
KNWA & FOX24 is seeking an Assignments Manager for their Fayetteville, AR newsroom to lead newsgathering efforts across various platforms. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, editorial judgment, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with at least three years of newsroom experience

Job Summary

  • The Assignments Manager serves as the central hub of the editorial operation, coordinating coverage plans and managing logistics for breaking news and enterprise storytelling.
  • This role requires leading a team of reporters, producers, anchors, and photographers while ensuring content is timely, relevant, and impactful across broadcast, digital, and social platforms.
  • The company offers a thriving community in Fayetteville with a proven track record of developing talent and winning for the community through collaboration and feedback.

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KNWA & FOX24 is seeking an Assignments Manager for their Fayetteville, AR newsroom to lead newsgathering efforts across various platforms. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, editorial judgment, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with at least three years of newsroom experience.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Newsroom leadership experience
  • Breaking news coordination
  • Multi-platform content management
  • Team of reporters and photographers
  • Digital storytelling expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Forward-thinking editorial sense
  • Optimism and collaboration
  • Desire to grow others
  • Fast-paced deadline environment

Key Requirements

  • Minimum three years of newsroom experience
  • Leadership or coordination role background
  • Clear communication skills across all levels

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