Assignment Editor

Fox•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Fox News is seeking an organized, motivated, and curious Assignment Editor with strong logistical and editorial skills to join the assignment desk team in our Washington, D.C. Bureau. The Assignment Editor will work closely with a team of people to coordinate daily news coverage across the Capitol, White House, Pentagon, State Department, and other locations throughout the region. This role requires someone who can respond quickly to breaking news, organize and adjust crews, prioritize editorial incoming information, and communicate it to those who need it. The ideal candidate is naturally curious about the news and able to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience
Experience working in a local or national newsroom
Familiarity of Washington, D.C., including major government agencies and venues
Strong logistical and editorial skills, with knowledge of national and international politics
Knowledge of network pool operations at the desk level with an emphasis on understanding the unilateral benefit
Ability to be a self-starter who can work independently, as well as a team player
Strong multitasking, prioritization, and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment, especially during breaking news
Experience with satellite trucks, LiveU technology, AVOC, fiber drops, and related live-production logistics.

Responsibilities

Monitor wires, social media, and other broadcast networks for news developments
Assign, move, and adjust crews and reporters to meet changing coverage demands
Work with beat producers to plan and adjust coverage as news develops
Ensure urgent and updated information is entered into the appropriate queues and communicated to relevant personnel
Reach out to government agencies, departments, outside contacts, and FOX personnel to gather and confirm information
Develop creative coverage plans that maximize available resources
Aggressively seek out additional information, identify story opportunities, and pitch coverage ideas.