Assignment Editor

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox News is looking for a highly motivated, pro-active, Freelance Assignment Editor to join our Assignment Desk at our headquarters in New York City. We are looking for individuals with strong news judgment who will be required to handle multiple breaking news stories in our fast-paced network newsroom environment. The Freelance Assignment Editor will work closely with field producers and line producers, as well as other Fox News units, to integrate our coverage throughout all Fox News platforms.

Applicants should be available to work all shifts on all days. (AM, PM, Overnight; Weekdays & Weekends)

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILTIES
• Build strong relationships with Assignment Desks at Fox affiliates and other news service partners
• Communicate with officials and source for editorial information
• Monitor both traditional & social media for breaking news stories
• Identify news video and soundbites for breaking news stories
• Source and clear new media material from various online sources, including social media sites and aggregator sites
• Find breaking news stories and identifying where to get the latest editorial information

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• 3-5 years of network or major media market newsgathering experience
• Strong editorial judgement
• A passion for current and breaking events
• Familiarity with iNews
• Understanding of tapeless workflow in a newsroom
• Knowledge of and experience covering national and regional interest breaking news stories, and coordination of field teams
• Someone who loves problem solving

NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT A DEAL BREAKER
• Bachelor's Degree

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