Assignment Editor
CBS Television Stations
San Francisco, CA
Sorry! Looks like this position has been filled by the employer and the listing was closed on 10/21/2021
Full Time Job
Assignment Editor
ABC
San Francisco, CA
10-11-2021
- Paid
- Full Time
- Mid (2-5 years) Experience
Job Description
KGOTELEVISION
POSITION: Assignment editor (union) DATE POSTED: August 6, 2021
DEPARTMENT: NEWS
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: KGO-TV/ABC7 is seeking a digitally savvy Assignment Editor who owns breaking news and recognizes a good news story. This person will be responsible for coordinating numerous aspects of news and content coverage. The position involves assigning crews, reporters, gathering information about developing news stories and handling all inquiries and requests from a variety of individuals and organizations. This person will work closely with the assignment manager, executive producers, digital and broadcast producers, and other assignment editors to coordinate coverage of breaking and daily stories. This person will also work closely with the digital team and must excel in social media skills. The ideal candidate must have excellent customer service skills as they will be interacting with viewers on a daily basis on the phone and on social media.
REQUIREMENTS: At least three years of assignment desk experience in medium to large market required. College degree preferred. Knowledge of Bay Area, police scanners, the Internet and on-line newsgathering preferred.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:
Open until filled.
About ABC Owned TV Stations:
This position is with KGO Television, Inc., which is part of a business segment we call ABC Owned TV Stations.
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rb178y-3-136-97-64-42 in your application.
