Assignment Editor

The successful candidate will assist in the efficient operation of the assignments desk. He/she will assist in the production of newscasts, and when required, will produce shows. Responsibilities include: Coordinate interviews and logistics for field crews, facilitate the news gathering process and ensure comprehensive coverage of all news stories across all platforms, including but not limited to broadcast, digital, and web. Essential Functions. Coordinates interviews and logistics for field crews. Facilitates the news gathering process and ensures comprehensive coverage of all news stories across all platforms, including but not limited to broadcast, digital, and web. Lead editorial meetings. Develops enterprise story ideas consistent with the news brand. Cultivates contacts important to news coverage in the market, including law enforcement. Monitors police and emergency scanners/ social media platforms and other electronic/printed sources for news and disseminates the information t...Editor, News, Social Media, Business Services