Senior Newsroom Logistics & Assignment Lead

Fox Television Stations; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Television Stations is seeking a Managing Editor, Newsgathering & Operations to lead logistics, resource allocation, and field deployment across our newsroom. Reporting to the VP, News Content and Programming, you will shape where assets are deployed and how coverage is executed in fast-paced environments.

You will oversee assignment editors, producers, and live-technology teams, coordinating with engineering and IT to ensure safe, efficient operations and competitive breaking-news coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Operations, or equivalent.
• 5–7 years in newsroom operations or field logistics leadership.
• Experience directing assignment desks and live field technology.
• Knowledge of ENG, satellite/cellular transmissions, and scheduling software.
• Strong crisis and project management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead assignment desk and dispatch reporters, photojournalists, and live assets.
• Oversee live field infrastructure and crew scheduling.
• Maintain newsroom planning calendar and organize major events.
• Lead rapid response during breaking news and field emergencies.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and efficient field operations.

Skills

Field Logistics

Assignment Desk Leadership

Crisis Management

Budgeting & Resource Allocation

Broadcast Operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism/Communications/Operations

Tools

ENG systems

Satellite/Cellular transmissions

Scheduling software

Job description

Fox Television Stations is seeking a Managing Editor, Newsgathering & Operations to lead logistics, resource allocation, and field deployment across our newsroom. Reporting to the VP, News Content and Programming, you will shape where assets are deployed and how coverage is executed in fast-paced environments.

You will oversee assignment editors, producers, and live-technology teams, coordinating with engineering and IT to ensure safe, efficient operations and competitive breaking-news coverage.