Bilingual Assignment Desk Editor — Breaking News

Univision Communications, Inc

Miami (FL)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

401K

Health, dental and vision coverage

Job summary

Univision Communications, Inc. in Miami, FL, seeks an Assignment Desk Editor to join its fast-paced news team. Based in Miami, you will coordinate story development, secure guests, book interviews, and field produce for broadcast, streaming and digital platforms.

The role requires strong editorial judgment, the ability to manage deadlines, and proficiency with iNews and Avid, live feeds, and social platforms. You will monitor breaking news, supervise crews, and collaborate across programs.

Qualifications

BS/BA in Communications, Journalism, New Media, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
Fully bilingual in English and Spanish (written and verbal).
Minimum of 2 years of newsroom experience.
At least 1 year of experience as a Producer and/or Assignment Editor preferred.
Strong editorial judgment and knowledge of current affairs.
Must be willing to work onsite in Miami, FL.
Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

Constantly monitor and respond to breaking news across multiple platforms.
Generate, research, verify, plan, and develop story ideas for newscasts and digital platforms.
Coordinate daily story production with reporters and multimedia journalists.
Secure high-profile guests and arrange interviews relevant to assignments.
Coordinate and manage live remotes, video feeds, and interview logistics.
Maintain the iNews system with crew locations, assignments, and timelines.
Participate in editorial meetings and communicate daily coverage plans.