Digital Assignment Editor

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KOIN-TV, a Nexstar Media Group station, is seeking a Digital Assignment Editor to balance traditional desk duties with digital storytelling across the station’s platforms and streaming app.

Ideal candidates will organize and assign stories, coordinate field crews, and produce digital-exclusive content while shaping the station’s streaming presence for audiences in Portland and beyond.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in TV/film or equivalent experience; 2 years in television broadcast/production and/or producing content for digital sites
• Familiarity with the Portland region is a plus
• Understanding of multi-platform news strategies and audience engagement trends

Responsibilities

• Organize and assign stories for broadcast, digital platforms, and streaming app
• Coordinate and dispatch field crews to breaking and scheduled news events
• Monitor scanners, wires, news releases, emails, and social media for story leads
• Pitch, write, set up and produce original content and recurring segments for digital platforms, including KOIN.com, KOIN+ streaming and KOIN social media platforms
• Plan and produce live or recorded digital-exclusive content (e.g., interviews, explainers, behind-the-scenes)
• Assist with development, planning, and follow-up of news stories for all platforms
• Keep the newsroom informed of breaking news and developing stories throughout the day
• Communicate with Nexstar affiliates, CBS NewsPath, and content partners for story sharing and collaboration
• Develop compelling, brand-aligned content to maximize engagement on all platforms
• Answer phones, vet story tips, and maintain daily news logs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Editorial judgment

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Under pressure

Leadership across teams

Verbal and written communication

Flexible hours

Education

Bachelor’s degree in TV/film or equivalent

Job description

The Digital Assignment Editor will coordinate daily news coverage for broadcast, digital platforms, and the station’s new streaming app. The ideal candidate will balance traditional assignment desk duties with content creation, producing digital-only stories, segments and shows, and helping shape the station’s new streaming presence.

• Organize and assign stories for broadcast, digital platforms, and streaming app
• Coordinate and dispatch field crews to breaking and scheduled news events
• Monitor scanners, wires, news releases, emails, and social media for story leads
• Pitch, write, set up and produce original content and recurring segments for digital platforms, including KOIN.com, KOIN+ streaming and KOIN social media platforms
• Plan and produce live or recorded digital-exclusive content (e.g., interviews, explainers, behind-the-scenes)
• Assist with development, planning, and follow-up of news stories for all platforms
• Keep the newsroom informed of breaking news and developing stories throughout the day
• Communicate with Nexstar affiliates, CBS NewsPath, and content partners for story sharing and collaboration
• Develop compelling, brand-aligned content to maximize engagement on all platforms
• Answer phones, vet story tips, and maintain daily news logs
• Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree (TV/film or equivalent experience may substitute) + 2 (two) years’ experience in television broadcast/production and/or producing content for digital sites Familiarity with the Portland region is a plus Understanding of multi-platform news strategies, audience engagement trends

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong editorial judgment and ability to identify compelling, audience-focused stories
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
• Ability to make quick decisions and remain calm under pressure
• Must be comfortable taking a leadership role while collaborating across teams
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving news environment
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and overnights as needed

NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.

ABOUT US

Broadcasting since 1953, KOIN-TV is Portland’s CBS affiliate, providing exceptional local news content on air and online (koin.com), CBS Network programming and syndicated entertainment to viewers across Oregon and SW Washington. KOIN News is Watching Out for You with 51 hours of local news broadcasts each week, featuring award-winning, in-depth investigations, news, weather, traffic, KOIN News AM-Extra and Game-On! KOIN-TV is a Nexstar Media Group, Inc. television station serving Oregon and SW Washington from its studios in downtown Portland, OR. Nexstar is the largest local television broadcast and digital media company in the nation with 200 broadcast stations (including partner stations) in 116 markets reaching approximately 68% of US television households. Today, as one of the most powerful and trusted voices in America, Nexstar remains true to its mission to uphold the public interest principles of localism, diversity, and trustworthy, unbiased broadcast journalism. At the same time, the company continues to simultaneously raise its commitment to support the evolving needs and interests of the local viewers, hometown businesses and community organizations that it proudly serves each day. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you’ll enjoy your career with us.

EOE/MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED

KOIN is an equal opportunity employer that seeks diversity in our workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. KOIN values the contribution of its employees. We recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan and an array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more. We are committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Any job offer is conditional upon satisfactorily completing a background and DMV check.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.