Univision Communications, Inc is hiring: Assignment Desk Editor in Sacramento

TelevisaUnivision Local Media is seeking an accomplished Assignment News Desk Editor to join our dynamic team in Sacramento. As an Assignment News Desk Editor position, you will be responsible for managing story assignments, coordinating coverage and logistics, responding to breaking news, and helping with the overall production of our newscasts. We're looking for creative thinkers who can conceptualize interactive projects for broadcast and online platforms.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with producers to research, verify, plan, and develop story ideas and drive breaking news.

Distribute information to the news team to ensure accurate reporting.

Assign reporters, and photographers to news stories and special projects.

Conduct editorial meetings to coordinate daily, weekly, and future story coverage.

Serve as a liaison with other news organizations, community contacts, and UTG assignment desks.

Monitor news wires, social media, and other platforms to mobilize breaking news and content.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree, in Journalism, Communications/News Media, Film, Radio and Television.

Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage teams effectively.

Detail-oriented, organized, and disciplined with the capacity to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

Creative, engaged, and assertive with a keen understanding of social media, video, and current events.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness and employee support programs

401K

Life and other insurance plans

Comprehensive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.

Salary Range: $52,000 - $57,000 + benefits. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to ensuring a diverse workforce by providing broad outreach to all qualified applicants regarding job vacancies at the station. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.

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