Assignments Editor

Job Description

WFFF-WVNY is looking for an ambitious person with a mind for news and storytelling. The assignment editor is a logistics mastermind; a quick thinker who can make contacts and work them; and a leader who can add creativity and insight to our newsroom.

We pride ourselves on strong storytelling and producing by not just gathering news but giving it context. We interview real people. We strive for viewer benefit and community impact. We make sure our viewers know why we're covering stories.
• Tracks stories from all sources including government agencies, wire services and community groups
• Dispatches photographers, reporters and other personnel to cover stories
• Coordinates logistics for news personnel
• Participates in daily story meetings and supplies a comprehensive list of all possible news stories and works with the News Director to develop plans for all broadcasts
• Assists in development, planning and follow-up of all news stories
• Edits video clips as assigned
• Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms
• Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:
• Bachelor's degree in 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 operations
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Flexibility to work any shift

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g4kbyz-18-119-104-238-42 in your application.