News Assignment Editor

Sinclair & Co. • Redding, CA

268d • $18 - $20

About The Position

KRCR is seeking an energetic, aggressive, and creative Assignment Editor to join the #1 news team in Redding, CA! The ideal candidate would help generate story ideas, react decisively to breaking news, and handle basic newsgathering functions. 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.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of newsroom experience desired, college experience accepted
• Commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy
• Ability to communicate effectively, work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Computer knowledge/word processing skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• General knowledge and interest in local, national, and world news
• Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience in research, public records requests, etc. is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assign and track news crews
• Identify, research and develop daily content
• Write and post content to station website and social media sites
• Compelling and accurate writing
• Listen to scanners and react to breaking news, make beat checks, monitor web sites and social media
• Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas
• Maintain efficient operations of the assignment desk

Benefits

• Participation in a retirement plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Health, dental and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Sick leave
• Vacation time
• Personal time
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree