Weekend Assignment Editor / Associate Producer

Sinclair Broadcast Group • El Paso, TX

18d • Onsite

About The Position

KFOX14/CBS4/ARC El Paso is seeking a detail-oriented, aggressive, energetic, and creative part-time Weekend Assignment Editor/Associate Producer. This entry-level position requires a commitment to journalistic ethics and accuracy, effective communication skills, basic computer knowledge, and a general interest in news. The role involves working under pressure, meeting deadlines, and proficiency with social media platforms.

Requirements

• Entry level position
• 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

• Bachelor's degree with a major in journalism is also preferred

Responsibilities

• Assign and track news crews
• Identify and develop daily content
• Write and post content to station website and social media sites
• Write compelling and accurate scripts
• Listen to scanners and react to breaking news
• Make beat checks
• Monitor websites and social media
• React to developing news
• Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas
• Listen for and respond to breaking news
• Assist in the efficient operations of the assignment desk

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level