Texas Association of Broadcasters
Overview
KDBC is seeking an aggressive, energetic and creative full-time News Assignment Editor. We are looking for an experienced assignment editor who knows how to make contacts, generate story ideas, and react decisively to breaking news. Candidates must have strong logistical skills and the ability to move crews strategically. This person must be able to perform calmly and communicate effectively under pressure. Ideal candidates will be familiar with the Charleston SC DMA. Vacancy Type: Full Time. Date Posted: 9/11/2025. Closing Date: 11/10/2025. City: El Paso. State: Texas. Responsibilities / Skills and Experience
Assign and track news crews Identify and develop daily content Write and post content to station website and social media sites Compelling and accurate writing Listen to scanners and react to breaking news, make beat checks, monitor web sites and social media, react to developing news Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas Listen for and respond to breaking news Assisting in the efficient operations of the assignment desk Requirements and Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of assignment desk experience Commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy Ability to communicate effectively Basic computer knowledge/word processing skills General knowledge and interest in local, national and world news Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter and emerging social media platforms Bachelor’s degree with a major in journalism is also preferred EEO and Inclusivity
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. How to Apply
Contact: Sinclair Broadcast Group Apply Online URL: https://edyy.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2002/job/15233
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KDBC is seeking an aggressive, energetic and creative full-time News Assignment Editor. We are looking for an experienced assignment editor who knows how to make contacts, generate story ideas, and react decisively to breaking news. Candidates must have strong logistical skills and the ability to move crews strategically. This person must be able to perform calmly and communicate effectively under pressure. Ideal candidates will be familiar with the Charleston SC DMA. Vacancy Type: Full Time. Date Posted: 9/11/2025. Closing Date: 11/10/2025. City: El Paso. State: Texas. Responsibilities / Skills and Experience
Assign and track news crews Identify and develop daily content Write and post content to station website and social media sites Compelling and accurate writing Listen to scanners and react to breaking news, make beat checks, monitor web sites and social media, react to developing news Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas Listen for and respond to breaking news Assisting in the efficient operations of the assignment desk Requirements and Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of assignment desk experience Commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy Ability to communicate effectively Basic computer knowledge/word processing skills General knowledge and interest in local, national and world news Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter and emerging social media platforms Bachelor’s degree with a major in journalism is also preferred EEO and Inclusivity
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. How to Apply
Contact: Sinclair Broadcast Group Apply Online URL: https://edyy.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2002/job/15233
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