Newsnation Assignment Desk Editor (new York)

NewsNation

New York, US
$21.63 - $26.44 ph
Onsite
Identify national news interest
Research and verify stories
Gather editorial elements
The Assignment Desk Editor will help ensure that the network is well positioned to cover the day's top stories across morning, dayside, and primetime programming for the 24-7 cable news network

Job Summary

  • The Assignment Desk Editor will help ensure that the network is well positioned to cover the day's top stories across morning, dayside, and primetime programming for the 24-7 cable news network.
  • Duties include managing the national assignment desk, researching stories, coordinating coverage, and monitoring social media and competitive broadcasts.
  • Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.

Matching Summary

The Assignment Desk Editor will help ensure that the network is well positioned to cover the day's top stories across morning, dayside, and primetime programming for the 24-7 cable news network.

Salary

$21.63 - $26.44 per hour

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Identify national news interest
  • Research and verify stories
  • Gather editorial elements
  • Coordinate coverage with field teams
  • Monitor social media and UGC
  • Monitor competitive platforms

Nice-to-have

  • Self-starter with excellent communication
  • Brings lots of ideas to the table

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Five to ten years of newsroom experience
  • Willing to work extended or modified shifts
  • Willing to work weekdays and holidays

Work Rights

Not specified

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