Weekend Assignment Editor for News & Special Projects

National Media Awards Foundation; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

OMNI Television in Vancouver, BC is seeking a Part-time Temporary Assignment Editor to support newsgathering for special projects and weekends. You will help allocate resources, book feeds and guide ENG operators with editorial focus, in a fast-paced, diverse newsroom.

The role requires at least 3 years of editorial experience, a journalism or broadcasting degree, and strong writing, communication and organizational skills. A routine pre-employment background check is part of the process.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience working in an editorial capacity in a newsroom.
• Degree or diploma in journalism or broadcasting (or equivalent experience).
• Knowledge of newsroom computer software is a plus.
• Knowledge of Inception NRCS is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work with producers/bureau managers to assign resources to chase interviewees and provide guidance to ENG operators on editorial focus of assignments.
• Organize and book feeds.
• Support producers in allocation of resources for special series or presentations.
• Provide editorial insights to special series or presentations.
• Respond to breaking news quickly and accurately.
• Coordinate coverage or technical arrangements with other departments or broadcast partners on news stories, series, or specials.
• Liaise with reporters, editors, cameras, producers, on story updates and content gathered.
• Grow and develop extensive network of contacts to support with newsgathering.
• Be plugged into social media trends and possess knowledge to use it when chasing potential stories.

Skills

Editorial experience

News writing

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

NRCS knowledge

Education

Degree or diploma in journalism or broadcasting

Tools

Inception NRCS

Job description

OMNI Television in Vancouver, BC is seeking a Part-time Temporary Assignment Editor to support newsgathering for special projects and weekends. You will help allocate resources, book feeds and guide ENG operators with editorial focus, in a fast-paced, diverse newsroom.

The role requires at least 3 years of editorial experience, a journalism or broadcasting degree, and strong writing, communication and organizational skills. A routine pre-employment background check is part of the process.