Digital Assignment Editor

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
1dOnsite

About The Position

KOIN 6 TV/Portland’s CW, a Nexstar Group Inc. owned CBS and CW duopoly in Portland, Oregon is seeking a Digital Assignment Editor. ROLE: Individual will coordinate daily news coverage for broadcast, digital platforms, and the station’s new streaming app. The ideal candidate will balance traditional assignment desk duties with content creation, producing digital-only stories, segments and shows, and helping shape the station’s new streaming presence.

Requirements

  • Strong editorial judgment and ability to identify compelling, audience-focused stories
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
  • Ability to make quick decisions and remain calm under pressure
  • Must be comfortable taking a leadership role while collaborating across teams
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be flexible and able to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving news environment
  • Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and overnights as needed
  • Bachelor’s Degree (TV/film or equivalent experience may substitute) + 2 (two) years’ experience in television broadcast/production and/or producing content for digital sites
  • Utilize state-of-the-art television technology; MS Outlook, E-mail
  • High stress environment with deadline pressures and the demands of breaking news, which can happen at any time
  • Position will require day-to-day multi-tasking, as well as managing multiple projects simultaneously with frequent change in direction and priority
  • Must be willing and able to work weekends (Saturdays and Sundays), as well as be able to work any and all shifts as necessary, including overnights/early mornings, nights, and holidays
  • The employee in this position must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work near others, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions
  • Repetitive movements are required
  • Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions

Nice To Haves

  • Familiarity with the Portland region is a plus
  • Understanding of multi-platform news strategies, audience engagement trends

Responsibilities

  • Organize and assign stories for broadcast, digital platforms, and streaming app
  • Coordinate and dispatch field crews to breaking and scheduled news events
  • Monitor scanners, wires, news releases, emails, and social media for story leads
  • Pitch, write, set up and produce original content and recurring segments for digital platforms, including KOIN.com, KOIN+ streaming and KOIN social media platforms
  • Plan and produce live or recorded digital-exclusive content (e.g., interviews, explainers, behind-the-scenes)
  • Assist with development, planning, and follow-up of news stories for all platforms
  • Keep the newsroom informed of breaking news and developing stories throughout the day
  • Communicate with Nexstar affiliates, CBS NewsPath, and content partners for story sharing and collaboration
  • Develop compelling, brand-aligned content to maximize engagement on all platforms
  • Answer phones, vet story tips, and maintain daily news logs
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

  • KOIN values the contribution of its employees. We recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan and an array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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