Part-time Digital Assignment Editor

Chesapeake Media LLC

New Haven, CT, United States
Part-time, onsite
Assigning photographers and reporters
Monitoring scanners and social media feeds
Writing and editing digital stories
Chesapeake Media LLC is seeking a part-time Digital Assignment Editor in New Haven, CT, responsible for researching and managing news content across digital and broadcast platforms. The ideal candidate will have a background in journalism, strong communication skills, and at least two years of experience in news operations

Job Summary

  • The Part-time Digital Assignment Editor is responsible for finding, researching and confirming news content for broadcast and digital platforms.
  • You will handle communication, distribution and logical tasks, including assigning photographers and reporters, monitoring scanners and social media feeds, and coordinating logistics for news personnel.
  • The role involves writing, editing, and coordinating digital stories for the website/app, creating push notifications, and promoting content on multiple platforms.

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Chesapeake Media LLC is seeking a part-time Digital Assignment Editor in New Haven, CT, responsible for researching and managing news content across digital and broadcast platforms. The ideal candidate will have a background in journalism, strong communication skills, and at least two years of experience in news operations.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assigning photographers and reporters
  • Monitoring scanners and social media feeds
  • Writing and editing digital stories
  • Coordinating logistics for news personnel
  • Managing communication and distribution tasks
  • Meeting deadlines and prioritizing assignments
  • Flexibility to work any shift

Nice-to-have

  • Interacting with viewers on social media
  • Promoting content via video and graphics
  • Participating in daily story meetings
  • Planning and follow-up of news stories

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field
  • Minimum two years’ experience in news operations
  • Fluency in English
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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