Assignment Editor

WPLG Local 10; Pembroke Park (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

WPLG Local 10 in Florida is seeking an Assignment Editor to staff the desk across shifts, set up interviews, and follow up on viewer tips for stories across all platforms.

The role requires at least 2 years of newsroom experience, a college degree in Journalism or Communications preferred, and the ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines; knowledge of Spanish/Creole is a plus, and a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years news assignment editor experience.
• College degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet last-minute deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Staff the assignment desk across shifts and manage newsroom workflow.
• Set up interviews and follow up on viewer tips and leads.
• Research information, verify facts, and post on all multimedia platforms.
• Engage readers on social media and respond to comments while maintaining ethics.

Skills

News editing

Multimedia posting

Social media engagement

Interview coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communications

Tools

CMS platforms

Video editing software

Job description

2025-2026/39 Assignment Editor

As of August 27, 2026

Job Listing: Assignment Editor

Responsibilities included but are not limited to manning assignment desk in various capacities. Setting up interviews and following‑up on viewer phone calls. Researching information and leads, making agency checks, handling news tips and story ideas, phone calls. Edits, or assists in writing, editing and posting on all multimedia platforms.

Engages users through social media, responds to reader comments and pursues other avenues for integrating with audiences. Knows how to play big and win weather and breaking news. Asks tough questions, demands accurate answers, and exhibits extraordinary poise and ethical decision‑making skills under pressure. Other duties as assigned

Minimum 2 years news assignment editor experience. A college degree in Journalism, Communications or a related field is preferred. Must be able to work well under pressure and deal effectively with last minute deadlines. Grasp of Spanish/Creole languages helpful.

• All of the essential functions of this position are not necessarily described in this posting.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age gender, marital status, disability, matriculation or political affiliation. Any offer of employment is conditioned on successful completion of a pre‑employment drug screen, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checks. A valid driver’s license is required.