Lead Assignment Editor: Breaking-News & Digital Coverage

AAJA24; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits to meet your and/​

your family's needs

Other benefits

Job summary

WCVB-TV in Boston seeks a sharp, fast-moving Assignment Editor who can help win the day across all platforms. The role demands strong news judgment, relentless curiosity, and a calm command of breaking news.

This position reports to the Managing Editor and requires coordinating coverage, leading the morning meeting, and ensuring distinctive journalism for our diverse audience across television and digital platforms.

Qualifications

• Strong news judgment and ability to prioritize multiple stories in a fast-moving environment.
• Experience with digital publishing, mobile alerts, social media and audience engagement.
• Commitment to accuracy and responsible use of content, especially during breaking news.
• Knowledge of local newsgathering technology, newsroom terminology, and field logistics, including AI workflows.
• Ability to communicate concise, accurate information to multiple teams simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail under deadline pressure.
• Willingness to work a variety of shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily coverage, working with field and digital crews, producers, and news management.
• Lead the newsroom’s morning editorial meeting.
• Make quick, sound editorial decisions about stories for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Track field crews, communicate changes and logistical needs for strong coverage.
• Build and maintain relationships with first responders, officials, community leaders, and newsmakers.
• Share verified updates quickly and clearly with anchors, reporters, editors, and leadership.
• Publish breaking-news content across station platforms, including website updates and mobile push alerts.

Skills

News judgment

Digital publishing

Social media engagement

Accuracy and ethics

Local newsgathering tech

Clear communication

Organizational skills

Shift flexibility

AI workflows familiarity

Job description

WCVB-TV in Boston seeks a sharp, fast-moving Assignment Editor who can help win the day across all platforms. The role demands strong news judgment, relentless curiosity, and a calm command of breaking news.

This position reports to the Managing Editor and requires coordinating coverage, leading the morning meeting, and ensuring distinctive journalism for our diverse audience across television and digital platforms.