Nexstar Media Group Inc.
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REQ-39355It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing!WPIX 11 is looking for a full-time Assignment Editor. The position is based out of New York, NY.**Responsibilities:*** Plans, prepares, and executes the station's newsgathering functions, including both scheduled newsworthy events as well as 'spot' news and breaking stories* Helps decide and determine daily story assignments* Assists reporters with researching, developing and setting up their stories* Assists writers, producers and web staff with gathering information and updating stories* Responsible for arranging and supervising video feeds* Scrutinizes a multitude of local resources, media and contacts for potential stories* Effectively monitors local law enforcement and public safety agencies for breaking stories**Requirements:*** College degree with several years of major market experience, preferably local* Must be decisive, forward thinking and possess excellent news judgment* Strong organizational skills required* Should have a working knowledge of the issues, lifestyles and culture that are unique to the New York City news market* Candidates also need strong logistical skills and the ability to effectively navigate the local landscape* Familiarity with local government, municipalities and jurisdictions is essential* Must be able to work under deadline pressureThis is a union representative position, starting hourly rate: $29 #J-18808-Ljbffr
NY, New Yorktime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
REQ-39355It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing!WPIX 11 is looking for a full-time Assignment Editor. The position is based out of New York, NY.**Responsibilities:*** Plans, prepares, and executes the station's newsgathering functions, including both scheduled newsworthy events as well as 'spot' news and breaking stories* Helps decide and determine daily story assignments* Assists reporters with researching, developing and setting up their stories* Assists writers, producers and web staff with gathering information and updating stories* Responsible for arranging and supervising video feeds* Scrutinizes a multitude of local resources, media and contacts for potential stories* Effectively monitors local law enforcement and public safety agencies for breaking stories**Requirements:*** College degree with several years of major market experience, preferably local* Must be decisive, forward thinking and possess excellent news judgment* Strong organizational skills required* Should have a working knowledge of the issues, lifestyles and culture that are unique to the New York City news market* Candidates also need strong logistical skills and the ability to effectively navigate the local landscape* Familiarity with local government, municipalities and jurisdictions is essential* Must be able to work under deadline pressureThis is a union representative position, starting hourly rate: $29 #J-18808-Ljbffr