Assignment Editor/Producer Job at NAB Leadership Foundation in Omaha

Overview KETV, the ABC affiliate in Omaha, NE, is looking for an Assignment Editor/Producer to join our nightside team. A triple‑threat utility player is sought—someone aggressive on the assignment desk during breaking news, able to publish content to our digital platforms, and with the editorial judgment to fill in as a producer. The role includes finding distinctive enterprise stories, overseeing crews, and aiding day‑to‑day logistics and planning. The successful candidate reports directly to the News Director. Responsibilities Listen to multiple police scanners covering more than a dozen agencies, with strong inbox ears. Track crews in the field and communicate with them. Gather and organize press releases, emails, phone calls, and viewer tips, determining which content will be compelling for newscasts. Assist news management with content gathering and planning. Publish and post content to all digital platforms—sending push alerts and publishing to Facebook, X, YouTube, and Instagram. Fill in as a line producer as needed. Requirements Experience listening to police scanners. Proficiency with digital platforms, especially social media; monitoring multiple accounts to gather content and communicate with news makers. Experience with PACER, Nexis, and court case research preferred. Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with newsmakers. Capacity to gather information from multiple sources simultaneously and quickly deliver it to anchors, reporters, producers, and digital editors. Remain calm and level‑headed during breaking‑news situations. Previous line‑producing experience preferred. Willingness to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and nights. Related military experience considered. Values in Action At Hearst Television we tell stories every day—about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. Behind the scenes, we foster collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve. Benefits Medical | Dental | Vision 401(k) matching Emotional Wellness Support Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave LGBTQ+ Health Services Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs About Us Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states, reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, innovation, and community service. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr