Spectrum-posted about 1 year ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Austin, TX
10,001+ employees
Telecommunications

The Assignment Editor at Spectrum News plays a crucial role in coordinating news coverage during shifts, ensuring that major stories are prioritized and assigned to news teams. This position involves organizing the news gathering team's duties, collaborating on article ideas, and responding quickly to breaking news. The editor will work in a fast-paced environment, creating compelling and accurate content for both traditional and digital platforms, while also engaging with the community to uncover important stories.

  • Coordinate news teams, resources, and logistics to ensure major stories are covered during the shift.
  • Establish priorities and assign news units to cover specific events.
  • Organize the news gathering team's duties and collaborate on article ideas.
  • Respond quickly and effectively to breaking news situations.
  • Identify news events that should be covered and work with editors to assign reporters to those events.
  • 4+ years of assignment desk experience in a television newsroom.
  • Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Communication or comparable television work experience preferred.
  • Ability to develop sources and maintain effective relationships.
  • Experience in a fast-paced news environment.
  • Familiarity with digital news platforms and technologies.
  • Comprehensive pay and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for career growth and development.
  • Supportive team environment that encourages networking and success.
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