Editor I, Assignments

KTXL, FOX40

Sacramento, CA, US
Base: $24.00ph commensurate with experience; bonus...
Not specified
Manages station wide planning calendar
Makes assignments for reporters daily
Runs twice daily news meetings
KTXL, FOX40 is seeking an Assignments Editor in Sacramento, CA, to lead newsgathering efforts across various platforms. The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational skills, editorial judgment, and a passion for storytelling, with at least three years of newsroom experience

Job Summary

  • This role serves as the central hub of the editorial operation, coordinating coverage plans and managing logistics for timely content.
  • The successful candidate will lead daily newsgathering efforts across broadcast, digital, and social platforms while responding to breaking news.
  • Candidates must have at least three years of newsroom experience, preferably in a leadership or coordination role.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

KTXL, FOX40 is seeking an Assignments Editor in Sacramento, CA, to lead newsgathering efforts across various platforms. The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational skills, editorial judgment, and a passion for storytelling, with at least three years of newsroom experience.

Salary

Base: $24.00/hr commensurate with experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manages station wide planning calendar
  • Makes assignments for reporters daily
  • Runs twice daily news meetings
  • Excellent professional writing skills
  • Decerns news content from emails

Nice-to-have

  • Sharp editorial sense
  • Digital reach and engagement knowledge
  • Inspires and guides team members
  • Optimism and collaboration mindset

Key Requirements

  • Minimum three years of newsroom experience
  • Leadership or coordination role experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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