Assignment Editor - perdiem position (R50027568)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a per diem Assignment Editor to join their dynamic team. The role involves assigning reporters, coordinating crews, and monitoring various news sources to ensure timely coverage of breaking news. Candidates should have at least three years of experience in a local newsroom, with a strong ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively under pressure. This position offers a competitive hourly pay range and the opportunity to be part of a vibrant news environment in one of the country's largest media markets.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

State-required time off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience on an assignment desk in a local newsroom.
• New York City experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Prioritization

Aggressiveness in obtaining information

Ability to work under pressure

Internet experience

Job description

Overview of the Company

Fox TV Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S., including stations in 14 of the top 15 largest DMAs and duopolies in 11 DMAs, such as New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. The stations distribute sports, entertainment, and syndicated content, and produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news weekly, leveraging viewer, distributor, and advertiser demand for the FOX Network's national content.

Job Description

WNYW seeks a per diem Assignment Editor.

Responsibilities:

• Assign reporters and crews to cover stories.
• Coordinate camera crews and live trucks.
• Monitor police/fire/EMS radios for breaking news.
• Monitor news network and all news sources.
• Develop and set up news stories.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years experience working on an assignment desk in a local newsroom.
• Ability to prioritize, be aggressive in obtaining information and sources, and work well under pressure.
• New York City experience is a plus.
• Internet experience is required.

Candidate will also be required to join the WGA East union. The pay range for this role, with final offer 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. 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 qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) after meeting eligibility criteria, and State-required time off, in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for union-represented employees will be in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.