Assignment Editor

Job description

Assignment Editor WESH 2, the NBC affiliate in Orlando, Florida has an opening for a driven individual who wants to win each day as an Assignment Editor. As part of the Assignment Desk — the newsroom's nerve center — you'll find distinctive enterprise stories while work closely with managers to oversee news coverage. You must have a take charge attitude for breaking news — coordinating crews and resources in real time while confirming information. You will report to the Managing Editor. Responsibilities: - Gather and organize press releases, emails, phone calls, and viewer tips. Identify which of the those will lead to compelling and engaging content for all digital platforms and newscasts - Verify facts and uphold Hearst Television's strict journalist standards to support producers, digital producers, and reporters - Monitor emergency scanners, social media, as well as all broadcast and streaming feeds to quickly and accurately confirm information - Keep track of crews in the field and communicate with them during daily newsgathering and breaking news - Assist management with content gathering and planning, which includes overseeing daily operations and additional coverage for spe...