About the position
KUTV, Utah's #1 news station is seeking a Part-time Assignment Editor to join our growing team and support all facets of our news department. This person is responsible for generating and developing news stories. Other duties include monitoring scanners, court documents, viewer tips, phone calls, social media sources, and other local and national news sources. Responsible for assigning field crews and coordinating coverage plans with TV and digital producers and managers, and assisting reporters in gathering information for stories in progress. Must be able to assess the importance of current events, react quickly to breaking news, and communicate effectively with staff members. Must be forward looking to assist in planning for future events and needed follow-ups heading into the next shift. Must be proficient with various social media platforms. Other duties may be assigned.
Responsibilities
- Generate and develop news stories.
- Monitor scanners, court documents, viewer tips, phone calls, social media sources, and other local and national news sources.
- Assign field crews and coordinate coverage plans with TV and digital producers and managers.
- Assist reporters in gathering information for stories in progress.
- Assess the importance of current events and react quickly to breaking news.
- Communicate effectively with staff members.
- Plan for future events and needed follow-ups heading into the next shift.
- Be proficient with various social media platforms.
Requirements
- Ability to balance the demands of the news desk while accommodating reporter and producer requests.
- Consistent ability to recognize and pitch stories that are important to viewers.
- Ability to thrive under pressure and think on your feet.
- Experience in news reporting or related field is welcomed but not required.
Benefits
- Great benefits
- Open door policy
- Upward mobility
- Strong desire to see you succeed
