ASSIGNMENT EDITOR - WBTV

Gray Media; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company is seeking an experienced assignment editor to join their team in Charlotte, North Carolina. The ideal candidate must be self-motivated, possess strong organizational skills, and can communicate effectively. In this full-time hourly role, responsibilities include daily planning, content creation, and responding to breaking news. Applicants are required to submit their resumes along with a cover letter. Flexibility in scheduling is essential, including the possibility of overnight and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Schedule flexibility is a must.
• This is a full-time hourly position and may include overnight, holidays, weekends, and some overtime.
• Must apply online and attach a resume with a cover letter.

Responsibilities

• Daily planning and deployment of field resources.
• Content creation for all platforms.
• Effective response during breaking news situations.
• Generate story ideas through various sources; discern credible news tips.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

Job Summary

WBTV is looking for an experienced, creative, and talented assignment editor. The ideal candidate is self‑motivated, positive‑thinking, an excellent communicator who can work independently and as part of a team. Strong organizational skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Daily planning and deployment of field resources
• Content creation for all platforms
• Effective response during breaking news situations
• Generate story ideas through various sources; discern credible news tips
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Schedule flexibility is a must.
• This is a full‑time hourly position and may include overnight, holidays, weekends, and some overtime.
• Must apply online and attach a resume with a cover letter.

Additional Information

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

WBTV‑TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company.