Newsroom Assignment Editor - Local & Digital Coverage

TAPP Film; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX6 News in Milwaukee is seeking an Assignment Editor to shape daily coverage across broadcast, digital and social platforms. You will monitor sources, identify compelling stories and coordinate assignments with producers, reporters and crews.

The role requires strong news judgment, excellent writing and editing, and the ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines. A journalism or communications degree or equivalent experience is preferred. Flexible hours and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in journalism, communications or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience as an assignment editor or news intern preferred, but not required.
• Strong news judgment and ability to recognize compelling story ideas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong writing, editing and research abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Familiarity with digital news platforms, social media and emerging newsroom technologies.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Build and coordinate daily news coverage for broadcast, digital and social platforms.
• Monitor police scanners, email, social media, news wires and other sources for breaking news.
• Identify compelling news, weather and sports content for audiences across Southeast Wisconsin.
• Coordinate assignments and communicate with producers, reporters, photographers, news managers and field crews.
• Work with local, regional and national content partners.
• Coordinate live news assignments and assist with coverage logistics.
• Research stories and provide relevant information to news producers.
• Help generate new story ideas and identify opportunities across digital and emerging media platforms.
• Support the creation of written articles, livestreams, photos, graphics, video and social media content.
• Maintain accuracy and speed while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced newsroom.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

News judgment

Written communication

Verbal communication

Writing & editing

Research skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Social media familiarity

Education

Journalism or communications degree

Job description

FOX6 News in Milwaukee is seeking an Assignment Editor to shape daily coverage across broadcast, digital and social platforms. You will monitor sources, identify compelling stories and coordinate assignments with producers, reporters and crews.

The role requires strong news judgment, excellent writing and editing, and the ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines. A journalism or communications degree or equivalent experience is preferred. Flexible hours and teamwork are essential.