ASSIGNMENT EDITOR - WAND

FOX Carolina News•Decatur, IL

3d•$42,000 - $45,000•Onsite

About The Position

WAND News is looking for a take-charge Assignment Editor to help manage the day-to-day operations of the newsroom. This person needs excellent news judgment, an understanding of newsroom logistics, and the ability to organize and prioritize news content for multiple platforms. The standout candidate is a news hound and works sources and contacts daily to get information into the newsroom and out to the audience.

Requirements

2 years' experience in a TV newsroom required (experience as a reporter, producer, or digital specialist is also acceptable)
Journalism or relevant degree preferred

Responsibilities

Set the standard for daily news coverage plans, including gathering information from a variety of sources, including scanners, emails, social media, phone calls, viewer tips, and more.
Lead daily editorial meetings by sharing possible coverage items, pitching stories, and helping teams collaborate on the best coverage for our audience
Prioritize news coverage on all platforms, including assigning crews to stories and news items
Lead teams for breaking news coverage on all platforms
Must be able to meet quick deadlines and handle multiple tasks regularly

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
Health Savings Account with Company contributions
Flexible Spending Account
Employer-paid life and disability benefits
Paid parental leave benefits
Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
Focus on Caring