Assignment Editor

Paramount Global • Atlanta, GA

61d

About The Position

Atlanta's newest news team is looking for an inquisitive, experienced Assignment Editor to take the lead on breaking news and breaking stories no one else is telling! Monitoring scanners, answering phone calls, coordinating logistics, and aggressively dispatching crews to breaking news are the prerequisites for the position. The ideal candidate must be competitive with a will to win and a proven track record of developing contacts, thinking creatively, and delving deeper into the news of the day.

Requirements

• 2+ years experience in a TV newsroom.
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to work mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as an Assignment Editor preferred.
• A college degree in Journalism or Communications or related field preferred.
• Well-versed on the Atlanta market.
• Phenomenal organizational skills, ability to reason and make informed decisions under deadline pressure.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Must have the ability to operate a desktop computer and to use the iNews computer system and other computer systems as assigned.
• Familiar with all newsroom functions including digital platforms and use of social media tools.

Responsibilities

• Stay on top of breaking news and planned stories to ensure they're developing
• Build and share content for all platforms including the CBS News Atlanta streaming service
• Enterprising stories will be critical every day
• Creating conversation with the community to understand context and perspective on stories
• Be the main point of communication between reporters, production teams and news managers as well as our partners at CBS News

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees