Assignment Editor

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas or DMAs and duopolies in 11 DMAs including the three largest DMAs (New York Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations 18 are affiliated with the FOX addition to distributing sports entertainment and syndicated content our television stations collectively produce approximately 1200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Networks national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

WTTG/WDCA Assignment Editor (Regular Full-Time)

Are you looking to build your career with a winning news team and a highly successful well-known media company Look no further! FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 Plus has an opening for an energetic and competitive news enthusiast to join our multi-media news team. FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 Plus is part of Fox Corporation and Fox Television Stations world leading and valued media brands airing the most hours of original programming in the DC Maryland and Virginia local television market.

Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced newsroom and be able to demonstrate how they take ownership in the day-to-day newsgathering. This job is for the strategic problem-solver who can think quickly under pressure and resolve issues with a positive solution-oriented approach. We are looking for a relationship builder who aggressively connects with sources and community partners for information and story leads. Candidates must have an advanced ability to organize and prioritize time sensitive media content.

Why Join Us

• Creative Environment: Work in a fast-paced culture where teamwork and ideas are valued.

• Learn from the Best: Collaborate with accomplished journalists and media professionals.

• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Operate from our cutting-edge studios in downtown Bethesda.

Job Highlights:

• Generate story leads and respond to breaking news for broadcast and digital.

• Proactively gather and communicate news content to use in newscasts and on digital platforms.

• Organize logistics and track details for stories and crews.

• Coordinate daily assignments of news coverage and special events assignments.

• Develop contacts and sources to advance stories beyond a press release.

• Monitor police and fire scanners and other sources of breaking news.

• Maintain contact with law enforcement fire government agencies and other key community partners for up-to-date information and story leads.

• Handle high volume email and phone traffic.

• Think critically under pressure and work professionally with colleagues and community partners.

• Daily collaboration with reporters/anchors photographers production teams management and other staff members.

• Participate in editorial department and station meetings.

• Other duties as assigned.

What Youre Bringing:

• Education & Experience: Bachelors degree preferred focus in Communications Journalism or related field with a minimum of two years of experience as an Assignment Editor in a medium to large television market. Knowledge of ethical and journalist legal parameters for mass media. Exceptional knowledge of television news production and electronic and social media newsgathering. Experience with newsroom computer systems including iNews.

• Skills: Superior communication and interpersonal skills. Solid news and editorial judgment. Social media expert. Strong sense of urgency. Extremely self-reliant organized creative and detail oriented.

• Professionalism: Ability to take direction and work under deadline pressure consistently displaying a professional demeanor. Positive and supportive newsroom citizen.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Package: Excellent health benefits paid time off and professional development opportunities.

• Lifestyle Perks: Access to onsite fitness center vibrant local dining and shopping options.

FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 Plus is a 24/7 operation. Flexibility in scheduling is essential including evenings early mornings weekends and holidays. Candidates will also be required to join the SAG-AFTRA Washington-Mid Atlantic Local union for the off-air news unit.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin gender identity disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements the pay rate/range for this role with final offer amount dependent on education skills experience and location is $35.00-36.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance a 401(k) plan paid time off and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.