Assignment Manager

Nashville Public Radio; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 56,800 - 92,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Vacation & Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays & Floating Holiday

Parental Leave

Volunteer Time

Job summary

The Assignment Manager at TDS Telecom's Zolo Broadcasting division oversees the station's newsgathering and story planning. You’ll coordinate assignments, schedules, and logistics to ensure timely coverage, while maintaining strong ties with local contacts and staff.

You will monitor scanners, edit and write stories, and participate in planning meetings with the News Director, anchors, and reporters. A clear focus on accuracy and team collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years newsroom experience.
• 3+ years’ assignment editor experience.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Journalism degree preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Analyze situations and pay attention to detail.
• Writing and editorial judgement experience.
• Team oriented with strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Plan and assign daily news stories.
• Review news releases and wires.
• Coordinate crews and logistics for coverage.
• Monitor police and fire scanners.
• Attend planning meetings with News Director and anchors.
• Write and edit stories as assigned.
• Monitor local and national news sources and social media for ideas.
• Provide vacation relief for news program producing and for digital news platforms.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Editorial judgement

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Journalism degree preferred

Tools

Newsroom producing software

Job description

Overview

At TDS Telecom, connecting people is at the heart of everything we do. We are forward thinkers who leverage cutting-edge fiber internet technology to strengthen communities. We are dedicated to excellence, which drives us to succeed together, creating a better world through meaningful connections. Ready to make an impact?

As the Assignment Manager, you will be responsible for planning, preparing and executing the station’s newsgathering functions. This includes, but it not limited to, managing assignments, coordinating vehicle logistics, monitoring phones, scanners, wires, digital platforms and keeping up with local contacts to ensure newsroom is aware of all potential stories and breaking news.

This position is anticipated to work a schedule of Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Responsibilities

• Plans and assigns the news stories of the day.
• Reviews all news releases and news wires.
• Coordinates crews and logistics to make sure the selected stories are covered efficiently with available staff.
• Monitors police and fire scanners.
• Attend planning meetings with News Director, Anchors and Reporters.
• Write and edit stories as assigned
• Monitors other local and national news sources as well as all digital platforms, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and any other online news sources for story ideas.
• Provide vacation relief for news program producing
• Provide vacation relief and assistance for the digital news platforms.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) -OR- 4+ years professional work experience
• 3+ years’ experience as assignment editor in a newsroom.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, insurance and have access to reliable transportation

Other Qualifications

• Journalism degree preferred.
• Ability to professionally interact with customer and co-workers via strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze situations, use logic to address issues and pay careful attention to detail.
• Demonstrated writing and editorial judgement experience.
• Strong work ethic with an emphasis on team commitment.
• Familiar with newsroom producing software.

Benefits

We believe in taking care of our team, which is why we offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, financial well-being, and overall happiness. Join us and experience a work environment where your well-being is a top priority!

Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to:

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave
• Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)
• Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs

Associates working 30 or more hours per week additionally have access to:

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• TDS Service Discounts
• Education Assistance
• Paid Volunteer Time

In addition to these benefits, all associates will have the opportunity to participate in our Associate Resource Groups, which are designed to encourage community and facilitate professional development.

Zolo Broadcasting LLC, a TDS Telecom company, operates KOHD-TV the ABC affiliate, KBNZ-LP the CBS affiliate, COTV11 and CO4 Visitors Network as Zolo Media, offering a wide range of viewing options for Central Oregonians.

Zolo Media provides targeted advertising solutions through a combination of locally originated content, local broadcast television stations, and on Bend and Crestview cable television networks. Zolo Creative Services offers award-winning video production for television spot production. Visit zolomedia.com or centraloregondaily.com.

At TDS, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value the diversity of our workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Pay Transparency

The listed pay range reflects the minimum and maximum base salary. Actual offers will be based on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, location, and role-specific competencies. Some positions may also offer additional compensation, such as bonuses or equity awards.

Pay Range (Hr./Yr.)

$56,800.00/Yr. - $92,300.00/Yr.