Assignment Editor - perdiem position

Fox TV Stations; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Assignment Editor to join their team. This role involves coordinating news coverage, monitoring sources for breaking news, and assigning reporters to ensure timely and accurate reporting. The ideal candidate thrives under pressure and possesses strong information-gathering skills. Join a leading organization that values diversity and offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical and dental insurance. If you have a passion for journalism and experience in a fast-paced newsroom, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience on an assignment desk in a local newsroom.
• Ability to prioritize and aggressively obtain information.

Responsibilities

• Assign reporters and crews to cover stories.
• Monitor police/fire/EMS radios for breaking news.
• Coordinate camera crew and live trucks.

Skills

Prioritization

Information Gathering

Working Under Pressure

Internet Proficiency

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

WNYW seeks a perdiem Assignment Editor.

Responsibilities:

1. Assign reporters and crews to cover stories.
2. Coordinate camera crew and live trucks.
3. Monitor police/fire/EMS radios for breaking news.
4. Responsible for monitoring news network and all news sources.
5. Develop and set up news stories.

Requirements:

1. Must have a minimum of 3 years experience working on an assignment desk in a local newsroom.
2. Must be able to prioritize and be aggressive in obtaining information and sources.
3. Able to work well under pressure.
4. New York City experience a plus.
5. Internet experience required.

Candidate will also be required to join the WGA East union. Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience and in accordance with the applicable union collective bargaining agreement is: $20.63-$48.81 per hour.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $20.63-$48.81 per hour. We provide medical/dental/vision insurance and 401k after they meet eligibility criteria and any State required time-off, in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.