Assignment Desk Editor PT

Responsibilities

Help lead and communicate coverage during breaking news, with the focus on accuracy, urgency, and balance

Monitor law enforcement, fire, and official social media communications, and make "beat-checks" to determine story coverage

Understand and support our brand of Covering Colorado First, which requires identifying stories that impact the community

Create and edit engaging and creative content for digital platforms

Guide newsroom logistics and provide editorial support for MSJs, producers, and photojournalists

Identify and generate stories that will create a buzz

Available to work nights, weekends, and early mornings

Requirements

Prior experience in a newsroom

Excellent writing skills, with the ability to produce accurate and compelling content quickly

Knowledge of online content management systems

Salary Range
Hiring Salary Range: $25.0 - $25.0.

Equal Employment Opportunity
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