Assignment Editor(FT)
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Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Its fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing!
WPIX 11 is looking for a full-time Assignment Editor. The position is based out of New York NY.
Responsibilities:
- Plans prepares and executes the stations newsgathering functions including both scheduled newsworthy events as well as spot news and breaking stories
- Helps decide and determine daily story assignments
- Assists reporters with researching developing and setting up their stories
- Assists writers producers and web staff with gathering information and updating stories
- Responsible for arranging and supervising video feeds
- Scrutinizes a multitude of local resources media and contacts for potential stories
- Effectively monitors local law enforcement and public safety agencies for breaking stories
Requirements:
- College degree with several years of major market experience preferably local
- Must be decisive forward thinking and possess excellent news judgment
- Strong organizational skills required
- Should have a working knowledge of the issues lifestyles and culture that are unique to the New York City news market
- Candidates also need strong logistical skills and the ability to effectively navigate the local landscape
- Familiarity with local government municipalities and jurisdictions is essential
- Must be able to work under deadline pressure
This is a union representative position starting hourly rate: $29
Key Skills
- Corporate Paralegal
- Graduate Engineering
- Customer Service
- Clinical Data Management
- ABAP
- Corporate Marketing
About Company
As the largest TV station operator in the U.S. reaching nearly 39 percent of households, Nexstar Media Group offers unrivaled audience access and influence.
