News Assignment Editor

Job Description

Responsibilities
• Monitor news sources, scanners, digital media to stay informed and develop news stories and ideas
• Make calls to gather information and book some interviews
• Develop and maintain plan for news stories and future planning
• Provide assistance to reporters and producers in gathering story elements and contacts
• Dispatch field crews and assist them with needed elements throughout the day
• Gather information from various sources to provide to producers and reporters
• Contribute content to digital platforms

Qualifications/Requirements
• Minimum 3 years of experience working on a television News Assignment Desk
• Previous work experience requiring excellent organizational and research skills.
• Experience providing content contributions for digital platforms
• BS/BA degree in Broadcasting, Journalism or related field
• Able to read, write and speak fluently in Spanish and English
• This position is a NABET union-represented job. Hired candidate will be required to join the NABET union upon employment if not already a member

Desired Characteristics
• Excellent knowledge of Hispanic and Non-Hispanic communities in Chicago and suburban areas
• Strong News judgment and excellent instincts regarding News content
• Ability to work contacts and sources to break stories
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge generating content for Digital Platforms
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong writing skills
• Ability to react quickly and aggressively in breaking News situations
• Multi-task efficiently; a quick thinker who can handle high-pressure situations on a consistent basis
• Able to work well and contribute within a strong team environment
• Able to work efficiently and productively with initiative
• Must be a self-starter and be a dependable employee
• Willing to work weekends and nights

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-reopb2-3-17-150-89-42 in your application.