News Assignment Editor

Sinclair Inc.; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

WGME/WPFO is seeking an aggressive, energetic News Assignment Editor to manage breaking news and enterprise story ideas in a fast-paced environment. You will coordinate crews, assign coverage, and post compelling content to our website and social channels.

The role requires at least 1 year on an assignment desk, strong ethics, clear communication, and the ability to work under pressure. Journalism degree preferred and familiarity with FB/Twitter is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of assignment desk experience
• Commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Basic computer knowledge/word processing skills
• General knowledge and interest in local, national and world news
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter and emerging social media platforms
• Bachelor’s degree with a major in journalism is also preferred

Responsibilities

• Assign and track news crews to beat assignments and breaking events.
• Identify and develop daily content ideas for on-air and online.
• Write and post content to station website and social media platforms.
• Demonstrate compelling and accurate writing for multiple audiences.
• Listen to scanners, react to breaking news, and monitor sources and social feeds.
• Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas.
• Respond quickly to developing news and coordinate coverage.
• Assist in the efficient operations of the assignment desk.

Skills

Assign and track crews

Develop daily content

Write for website

Social media posting

News writing

Breaking news response

Develop sources

Under pressure performance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism

Job description

WGME/WPFO is seeking an aggressive, energetic and creative full-time News Assignment Editor! We are looking for an experienced assignment editor who know how to make contacts, generate story ideas, and react decisively to breaking news. Candidates must have strong logistical skills and the ability to move crews strategically. We need someone with strong communication skills who can coordinate coverage and problem solve unforeseen obstacles. This person must be able to perform calmly and communicate effectively under pressure.

Skills and Experience:

• Assign and track news crews
• Identify and develop daily content
• Write and post content to station website and social media sites
• Compelling and accurate writing
• Listen to scanners and react to breaking news, make beat checks, monitor web sites and social media, react to developing news
• Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas
• Listen for and respond to breaking news
• Assisting in the efficient operations of the assignment desk

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of assignment desk experience
• Commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Basic computer knowledge/word processing skills
• General knowledge and interest in local, national and world news
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter and emerging social media platforms
• Bachelor’s degree with a major in journalism is also preferred

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The base hourly compensation range for this role is $18.71 to $19.69. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.