News Assignment Editor

WCTI/WYDO are seeking an detail oriented, aggressive, energetic, and creative full-time News Assignment Editor! 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 1 year 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. About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net. About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk. Job Info

Job Identification 15968 Job Category Production/News Posting Date 02/05/2026, 06:59 PM

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