Assignment Editor

Job Description

• Coordinate and gather TV news content for daily broadcasts
• Research news stories and find sources for stories
• Work with web and TV news producers to provide content
• Assist with determining daily story assignments
• Establish resource list and local contacts, including personal cell phone numbers and emails for key sources in Central Illinois
• Monitor competitive newscasts, scanners, twitter and websites
• Run editorial meetings/assist with show reviews
• Schedule interviews for reporters
• Conduct interviews as needed for broadcast
• Coordinate breaking news coverage with photographers, producers and news management

Requirements & Skills:
• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Minimum two years' experience in news
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Valid driver's license
• Flexibility to work any shift
• The pay range for this position is: $50,000.00-$55,000.00 ( commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level)
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.
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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-eoo007-216-73-216-0-42 in your application.