Assignment Editor - Spectrum News 1

Charter Communications • Raleigh, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Spectrum News is made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional sports networks dedicated to producing original, unbiased and high-quality content. We use innovative journalistic approaches, backed by comprehensive research, to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news, issues, and events taking place in their communities. Beyond TV news distribution, our newsrooms publish via the Spectrum News app and connected television. We’re committed to providing viewers with 24-hour news—no matter how, when and where they want it. Check out all the ways we share news on the Spectrum News Mobile App.

Requirements

• Assignment desk experience in a television newsroom - 4+ years
• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Communication or comparable television work experience preferred
• Ability to develop sources
• Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to clearly communicate solutions
• Ability to relate well with populations
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and work under time pressure deadline
• Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
• Ability to work different shifts or longer shifts due to "breaking news" and severe weather emergencies.
• Willing and able to work weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Make sure that major stories are covered during the given shift by coordinating news teams, resources, and logistics.
• Establish priorities and assign news units to cover them.
• Organize the news gathering team's duties and collaborate on article ideas.
• Create compelling, timely, and accurate content to connect with viewers across traditional and digital platforms.
• Respond to breaking news quickly and effectively.
• Organize numerous live field workers and the chopper.
• Identify the news events that should be covered and work with editors to decide which reporter should cover each event.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level