Assignment Editor Job at Nexstar in Village Green

Overview We’re looking for someone who values connections with the communities we serve to join our team as Assignment Editor. This is not a traditional Assignment Editor position. We are looking for someone who can help direct the flow of content to all of our platforms : Broadcast, Digital and Streaming. Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

Manages assignment desk staff to find relevant, compelling news content for digital and linear platforms

Decides daily broadcast and digital content, assign crews & manages field crews’ workflow and live logistics throughout day

Works with reporters, photographers, producers to determine story selection, elements and backup ideas

Serve as a communication hub for the newsroom, ensuring smooth information flow and accuracy.

Develop strong relationships with local law enforcement, emergency officials, and community sources.

Keeps team informed of developments throughout day

Listens to scanners, answers phones and emails, researches and vets out pitches to determine what makes a great story

Coordinates live shots and content sharing with affiliates

Represents and enforces station policy in resolution of situations that may arise

Maintains various station accounts used by the desk for gathering and confirmation information

Be involved in long-term planning of stories and news events

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in journalism is preferred; market knowledge is preferred

Fluency in English

Extensive knowledge of editorial standards, ethics and media law

Have superior organizational skills; be an effective communicator, both oral and written

Be nimble with technology, have thorough knowledge of newsroom & field workflow

Demonstrate excellent leadership and motivational skills

Must be able to manage under extreme pressure in a fast-paced environment

Be able to operate as a team member as well as a team leader

Able to take suggestions, participate in decision-making, and be flexible in recognizing various points of view

Interact productively with other employees of the station

COMPENSATION : $19 – $21 per hour

NewsChannel 9 WSYR-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Nexstar

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