Part-time News Assignment Editor

Sinclair Broadcast Group•Cincinnati, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

WKRC is seeking a detail-oriented, aggressive, energetic, and creative Part-time News Assignment Editor. We are looking for a person who knows how to make contacts, generate story ideas, and react decisively to breaking news. Candidates must have strong logistical skills and the ability to move crews strategically. We need someone with strong communication skills who can coordinate coverage and problem-solve unforeseen obstacles. This person must be able to perform calmly and communicate effectively under pressure. Ideal candidates will be familiar with the Greater Cincinnati area.

Requirements

Commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy
Ability to communicate effectively
Basic computer knowledge/word processing skills
General knowledge and interest in local, national and world news
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter and emerging social media platforms

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the Greater Cincinnati area
Bachelor’s degree with a major in journalism

Responsibilities

Assign and track news crews
Identify and develop daily content
Listen to scanners and react to breaking news, make beat checks, monitor web sites and social media, react to developing news
Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas
Listen for and develop a response plan for breaking news
Assisting in the efficient operations of the assignment desk