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1/22

Assignment Editor

Phoenix, AZ Details

Full Time

Responsibilities

• Assemble the daybook on i-news listing story ideas and daily newsworthy events
• Monitor police and emergency scanners and electronic/printed sources for news and disseminate the information to appropriate newsroom personnel
• Coordinate interviews and logistics for field crews
• Facilitate the news gathering process and ensure comprehensive coverage of all news stories across all of platforms, including, but not limited to broadcast, digital and web
• Collaborate with producers, anchors, reporters, photographers and other station personnel on a daily basis, to maximize resources and provide the best coverage during breaking news coverage and/or weather &emergency situations
• Participate in editorial meetings; develop interesting story ideas using strong editorial judgment
• Develop enterprise story ideas consistent with the news brand
• Cultivate contacts important to news coverage in the Phoenix & Tucson areas, including law enforcement
• Establish working relationships with Public Information Officers for updates on significant events and incidents
• Follow other local news channels to monitor their news coverage
• Produce & Assist with undercover special projects during sweeps. Includes recording interviews remotely and from the field.
• Cooperate with and support news and online platforms as assigned
• Publishing of online content when required
• Plan news coverage as directed by news management
• Perform other duties as needed and as directed by news management. Including producing broadcasts for air and digital.
• Keep news managers and producers informed on progress of new stories
• Answer phones and take notes on viewer calls for possible story leads
• Produce newscast when required
• Edit videos for broadcast & social ***

Qualifications/Requirements

• Experience in the Phoenix market and familiarity with Tucson Area audience and communities is preferred
• Bachelor's degree in communications or in a related field
• Prior experience as assignment editor, assignment manager, or other related experience
• Solid news judgment, strong writing and research skills
• Experience using online and social *** resources as news researching tools (Accurint, LexisNexis, Facebook, etc.)
• Experience with newsroom computer applications
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems, prioritize decisions, act decisively and successfully manage multiple assignments concurrently in a high pressure, breaking news, environment
• Basic understanding and demonstration of solid editorial judgment and journalistic ethics, including a current knowledge of laws of libel, slander and applicable FCC rules and regulations
• Thorough understanding satellite operations and microwave newsgathering technologies
• Good collaborative and interpersonal skills to communicate at all levels
• Bilingual: Spanish and English; both written and verbal
• Understanding of emerging news production techniques and technology
• Works well in a fast-paced, team environment
• Works as needed when determined by news management
• Applicants must submit a resume/CV through www. *** to be considered

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

1/12

Assignment Editor

Lancaster, PA Details

Full Time

****, the *** Television *** affiliate in Lancaster, PA, has an opening for a full-time assignment editor. We are seeking a self-motivated individual with newsgathering experience. The successful candidate has excellent organizational and communication skills. Our assignment editors are tasked with finding enterprise stories as well as taking the lead on breaking news.

Job Responsibilities:

• Listen to multiple police scanners which cover dozens of agencies throughout our market.

• Monitor social *** for story ideas and news tips.

• Gather and organize press releases, emails, phone calls and viewer tips. Take initiative and decide which of the above will yield compelling content for newscasts.

• Assist news management with content gathering and planning.

• Assist producers, digital editors and reporters with story gathering.

• Keep track of crews in the field and maintain communication with them.

• Furnish content and post to all digital platforms-including but not limited to sending push alerts, Twitter and Facebook posts.

Experience Requirements:

• Must have experience listening to police scanners.

• Must have advanced knowledge of digital platforms, especially social *** . Successful candidate will be required to monitor multiple social *** accounts in order to gather content and communicate with news makers.

• Must be familiar with local newsgathering technology and terminology.

Qualifications Requirements:

• Must be highly organized.

• Must have the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

• Must be able to foster and maintain professional working relationships with newsmakers.

• Must have the ability to gather information from multiple sources simultaneously and quickly communicate it to anchors, reporters, producers and digital editors.

• Must have a sense of urgency and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure breaking news and weather environment.

• Must have the ability to remain calm and level-headed during breaking news situations.

• Must have excellent communication skills.

• Must be willing to work a variety of shifts including weekends, nights and holidays.

Education:

• College degree in broadcast journalism, broadcast news, or related field.

• Military training and experience in related field will be considered.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

1/7

Assignment Editor

Manchester, NH Details

Full Time

****-TV has an opening for a full-time assignment editor. We are seeking a self-motivated individual with newsgathering experience. The successful candidate has excellent organizational and communication skills. Our assignment editors are tasked with finding enterprise stories as well as taking the lead on breaking news.

Job Responsibilities:

• Listen to multiple police scanners which cover dozens of agencies throughout our market.

• Monitor social *** for story ideas and news tips.

• Gather and organize press releases, emails, phone calls and viewer tips. Take initiative and decide which of the above will yield compelling content for newscasts.

• Assist news management with content gathering and planning.

• Assist producers, digital editors and reporters with story gathering.

• Keep track of crews in the field and maintain communication with them.

• Furnish content and post to all digital platforms-including but not limited to sending push alerts, Twitter and Facebook posts.

Experience Requirements:

• Must have experience listening to police scanners.

• Must have advanced knowledge of digital platforms, especially social *** . Successful candidate will be required to monitor multiple social *** accounts in order to gather content and communicate with news makers.

• Must be familiar with local newsgathering technology and terminology.

Qualifications Requirements:

• Must be highly organized.

• Must have the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

• Must be able to foster and maintain professional working relationships with newsmakers.

• Must have the ability to gather information from multiple sources simultaneously and quickly communicate it to anchors, reporters, producers and digital editors.

• Must have a sense of urgency and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure breaking news and weather environment.

• Must have the ability to remain calm and level-headed during breaking news situations.

• Must have excellent communication skills.

• Must be willing to work a variety of shifts including weekends, nights and holidays.

Education:

• College degree in broadcast journalism, broadcast news, or related field.

• Military training and experience in related field will be considered.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

12/21

Assignment Editor

Palm Beach Gardens, FL Details

Full Time

**** 25 News, the *** Television *** Affiliate in the West Palm Beach market, has an opening for a self-motivated individual who wants to win each day. We are seeking a full-time Assignment Editor with the ability to capture the essence of what's happening in the field, and then bring it vividly to our viewers on television, digital and social *** . The successful candidate will have a take charge attitude when it comes to breaking news. We are looking for a smart assignment editor who finds distinctive enterprise stories and oversees news coverage that sets us apart. We want a newsroom leader who takes the lead on breaking news and can write, edit and publish on our station's website, mobile and social *** pages.

Job Responsibilities:

Listen to police scanners which cover agencies throughout our market
Gather and organize press releases, emails, phone calls and viewer tips. Take initiative and decide which of the above will yield compelling content for newscasts.
Furnish content and post it to all digital platforms-including but not limited to sending push alerts, Twitter and Facebook posts.
Assist news management with content gathering and planning.
Assist producers and reporters with story gathering.
Keep track of crews in the field and maintain communication with them.

Experience Requirements:

Must have advanced knowledge of digital platforms, especially social *** . Successful candidate will be required to monitor multiple social *** accounts to gather content and communicate with news makers.
Either have a working knowledge of FTP or an ability to learn how to FTP video to other stations.
Familiar with local news gathering technology and terminology.

Qualifications Requirements:

Must be highly organized.
Have the ability to work multiple projects simultaneously.
Must be able to foster and maintain professional working relationships with newsmakers.
Have the ability to gather information from multiple sources simultaneously and quickly push it out to anchors, reporters and producers.
Must have a sense of urgency and be able to thrive in a high-pressure breaking news and weather environment.
Be able to remain calm and level-headed during breaking news situations.
Must have excellent communication skills.
Excellent writing skills.
Willing to work a variety of shifts including weekends and nights.

Education:

College degree in broadcast journalism, broadcast news, or related field
Military training and experience in related field will be considered

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

12/17

Assignment Editor

Charlotte, NC Details

Full Time

**** in Charlotte, NC, is looking for a digital assignment editor to manage and create content for our TV, website, mobile and social *** platforms. This hybrid role is part assignment editor and part digital content producer blended into one position, so the ideal candidate would have a passion for breaking news and creating content.

Duties include but are not limited to: Writing news stories, gathering information, delivering content on digital platforms, answering phones, listening to police scanners, bringing in live shots from various sources and live streaming. The position is responsible for assigning and dispatching crews, assisting crews with contacts and research and publishing original content to the website.
Must be a strong writer and copy editor with excellent editorial judgment, time management and multi-tasking skills, with the ability to prioritize and re-prioritize quickly.
A successful candidate will also help enterprise news through beat calls, social *** and cultivated sources.
We are looking for a proactive, outgoing and creative candidate with journalism experience and technical skills required for this job.
Understanding of social *** audience engagement and search engine optimization techniques is also preferred.
Experience with writing using AP style is preferred.

Responsibilities include:

Covering breaking news events as part of a fast-paced assignment /digital team
Strong assignment editor/writing skills
Solid news knowledge - preferably of the Charlotte market
Working in multiple content management systems
Editing and managing video on digital platforms
Knowledgeable about how to use social *** to generate digital traffic and engagement
Researching, creating and publishing original content to wcnc.com
Ability to identify stories that could go viral
Ability to work with reporters to develop assigned stories
Working under tight deadlines
Planning ahead for social, digital and on-air coverage of events
Ability to manage content on a variety of platforms including desktop, mobile sites, apps and social ***

2 years' experience working in news as an assignment editor /digital producer
Strong communication skills
Ability to prioritize and manage requests from various sources and work well with varied personalities on deadline
Experience working in a digital content management system like Wordpress, Lakana, Brightcove, WorldNow and with digital photo and video editing tools
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Excellent in managing news crews and news judgment
Outstanding interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills

About ***

*** Inc. (NYSE: *** ) is an innovative *** company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, *** tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 62 television stations and four radio stations in 51 markets, *** is the largest owner of top 4 affiliates in the top 25 markets, reaching over 38 percent of all television households nationwide. *** also owns leading multicast networks Justice Network and Quest. *** Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, email, social and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, *** 's OTT advertising service. For more information, visit [ Link removed ] - URL blocked - click to apply .

*** Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information.

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12/17

Assignment Editor

Baltimore, MD Details

Full Time

Assignment Editor, ****

*** is seeking an Assignment Editor for our *** affiliate, **** in Baltimore, MD. Assignment Editors are responsible for managing newsroom assignments, coordinating logistics, monitoring news wires and scanners.

**** YOU'LL DO:

Plan news coverage as directed by news management.
Dispatch crews to stories and breaking news, using appropriate logistical and journalistic judgement.
Make calls to news sources as needed, gaining appropriate and actionable information.
Assist in finding stories, doing research and tracking story ideas in assignment desk computer with emphasis on key brand points.
Publishing of online content.
Perform other duties as needed and as directed by news management.

**** YOU'LL NEED:

Three plus years of experience in broadcast or similar industry preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related discipline.

**** YOU'LL BRING:

Basic computer skills; non-linear and production techniques.
Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment.
Understanding of the principles of responsible journalism.
Ability to work well with others in a team-based environment.
Ability to write effectively.
Organized, self-starter who can work independently.

ABOUT *** :

The *** *** Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is one of the nation's leading *** companies focused on creating a *** ter-informed world through a portfolio of news, information and entertainment brands. *** will become the nation's largest television broadcaster, reaching 73% of U.S. television households through 108 stations in 76 markets, pending regulatory approval of its acquisition of ION *** . Committed to serving local audiences through objective journalism, *** operates 60 local TV stations in 42 markets. It is creating a national TV networks business that will include ION *** 's entertainment programming, Newsy's straightforward headline and documentary news content and the five popular Katz broadcast networks including Bounce and Court TV. *** runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C. and is the longtime steward of the *** National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, *** has held for decades to the motto, "Give light and the people will find their own way."

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The *** *** Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

11/26

Assignment Editor

Houston, TX Details

Full Time

Position Summary:

*** Television Group station is currently accepting resumes for an Assignments Editor within Noticias *** 45 division based in Houston, Texas. The Assignment position is responsible for managing story assignments, coordinates logistics and responds to breaking news. Candidates should be creative thinkers able to conceptualize interactive projects for broadcast and online components for our news digital promotion and be able to write Spanish scripts for broadcast.

Job Responsibilities:

Generate research, verify, plan and develop story ideas and breaking news for newscasts
Coordinate editorial meetings
Supervise reporters, anchors and photographers and assign stories for news and special projects
Will maintain a plan for daily, weekly and future story lists.
Will act as a liaison with other news organizations, community contacts and UTG assignment desks
Monitor news wires and social *** to be ready to mobilize for breaking news
Participate in station's special events and social *** pages
Must be able to work under pressure, manage breaking news and strict deadlines
Work weekends and holidays
Job responsibilities and market noted above subject to change

Required Skills & Experience:

Minimum of 2-years' experience in a newsroom
Fully bilingual in English and Spanish
Impeccable verbal and written skills in Spanish
Strong creative writing skills in Spanish

Desired Skills & Experience:

1-year experience as a Producer and/or Assignment Editor
Bachelor's Degree, in Journalism, Communications/New ***
Should demonstrate good news judgement
Have knowledge of current affairs
Detail oriented, organized, disciplined, can manage multiple tasks/responsibilities in working with tight deadlines and juggle multiple projects simultaneously
Creative and assertive
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook, iNews, Adobe Premiere, live feeds, and social *** platforms

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be willing to work from office in Houston, TX
Employment/education will be verified
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand, walk, bend, type, edit, reach and sit for up to (8) hours

*** is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

9/23

Assignment Editor

Arlington, VA Details

Full Time

Job Requirements: Must be local to location or willing to work as a local.

****-TV in Washington, DC is seeking a bold, energetic, and creative full-time News Assignment Editor!

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Gathering news affecting the community

• Preparing story items for presentation in the newscasts

• Assisting in the efficient operation of the assignment desk

Required skills and qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• Minimum of two (2) years of assignment desk experience

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or broadcast *** preferred

• 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

• Must be able to identify and coordinate breaking news for both broadcast and digital platforms

• Ability to create and write stories for digital and social ***

• Strong planning skills

• Ability to develop and maintain contacts

• Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter and content management systems

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule that includes nights and holidays

*** Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

About Us

Make your mark in *** with *** Group, a diversified *** company dedicated to connecting people with content everywhere! We have consistently led the broadcast industry since our inception, and now Sinclair owns the largest regional sports network business and one of the largest television broadcast portfolios in the country. In addition, we have affiliations with all of the major broadcast networks, own Tennis Channel, and several multicast networks including TBD and Comet. Our content is distributed over-the-air, on multi-video providers, and through our industry-leading digital *** platforms. We also recently launched a free TV streaming ser *** called STIRR. Our success is the direct result of our extraordinary employees and management team who believe in our vision and are dedicated to ensuring a great future for our employees. We are advancing the world of *** and want YOU to join our winning team!

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

8/17

Assignment Editor

Glendale, CA Details

Full Time

Job Description

Job Summary:

*** 7 Eyewitness News, Southern California's breaking news leader, is seeking a part-time Assignment Editor.

Basic Qualifications:

This position will fill-in as needed on weekends and evening shifts, but applicant should be flexible enough to work additional fill-in shifts if needed at various times during the week. Previous assignment desk experience is a must. Must be able to multi-task and make decisions quickly, function under deadline pressure and have previous experience coordinating the movements of reporters and crews. If you have great story ideas, great contacts, and love breaking news, please apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of Southern California a plus.

About *** Television:

*** Television (WDT) redefines the future of *** and entertainment. Delivering compelling creative, great storytelling, ground-breaking technology, high-impact marketing and innovative distribution, WDT offers multiple opportunities to build a career that supports entertaining and informing the world. A key unit of *** , one of the world's most admired vertically integrated *** enterprises, WDT includes global live action and animation entertainment, news, owned television stations, and radio. If you've got a passion to join our team of talented professionals we want to hear your story.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive *** . From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with *** Holding Company, Inc. , which is part of a business segment we call *** Television .
*** Holding Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. *** fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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7/24

Assignment Editor

Los Angeles, CA Details

Full Time

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
*** TV Stations

*** Television Stations is one of the nation's largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, comprising 29 stations in 18 markets and covering over 37% of U.S. television homes. This includes seven duopolies in the top 10 markets: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Washington, D.C. and Houston; as well as duopolies in Minneapolis, Phoenix, Orlando and Seattle.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Will coordinate news coverage and assignments for field camera crews and reporters. Monitor police scanners, social *** and other sources for breaking news stories and related developments on stories of interest. Interface with camera crews and reporters to respond to and cover news stories. Monitor wire services, newspapers, social *** , and other sources to gather story ideas. Monitor competitive news sources to ensure *** 11 is competitive on local news coverage. Work closely with News Managers and newscast producers on story development and coverage angles. Ingest video and *** elements needed for news coverage and stories. Post to *** 11 social *** and digital platforms as needed and assigned. Monitor and manage crew and reporter shifts to ensure management of overtime.

2 to 5 years' experience as an assignment editor at a local television station, cable or network news division or equivalent newsroom experience preferred. Geographic knowledge and understanding of the greater Los Angeles TV Market preferred. Excellent people skills , communication skills and multi-tasking skills. Familiarity with newsroom computer systems, particularly iNews preferred. Working knowledge of web workflow in producing, posting and uploading video and graphics. Ability and willingness to work nights, overnights, weekends, holidays as well as extended hours during breaking news situations. College degree preferred or commensurate work experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

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7/8

Assignment Editor

CAMBRIA, PA Details

Full Time

****-TV in Johnstown, PA is seeking a detail oriented, aggressive, energetic, and creative full-time News Assignment Editor!

Skills and Experience:

Assign and track news crews
Identify and develop daily content
Write and post content to station website and social *** sites
Compelling and accurate writing
Listen to scanners and react to breaking news, make beat checks, monitor web sites and social *** , 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 2 years 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 *** platforms
Bachelor's degree with a major in journalism is also preferred

*** Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
About Us
Make your mark in *** with *** Group, a diversified *** company dedicated to connecting people with content everywhere! We have consistently led the broadcast industry since our inception, and now Sinclair owns the largest regional sports network business and one of the largest television broadcast portfolios in the country. In addition, we have affiliations with all of the major broadcast networks, own Tennis Channel, and several multicast networks including TBD and Comet. Our content is distributed over-the-air, on multi-video providers, and through our industry-leading digital *** platforms. We also recently launched a free TV streaming ser *** called STIRR. Our success is the direct result of our extraordinary employees and management team who believe in our vision and are dedicated to ensuring a great future for our employees. We are advancing the world of *** and want YOU to join our winning team!
About the Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

5/14

Assignment Editor

San Diego, CA Details

Full Time

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing!

ROLE: Individual will coordinate daily news coverage on broadcast and digital platforms, maintain assignment desk functions and perform duties as required as part of *** 5's news management team.

DESCRIPTION: The assignment desk is the center of it all; breaking stories, assigning crews and coordinating with broadcast and digital producers. *** 5 is not your boring TV station. We are an aggressive and fast-paced newsroom determined to tell interesting stories and breaking news. If you've never heard of an assignment editor, don't apply. If multi-tasking isn't your strength, then this job is not for you. If you're up for the challenge of managing a team, growing staff, and helping shape the station's editorial landscape, then apply online.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manages assignment desk staff to find relevant, compelling news content for top-rated daytime and afternoon newscasts
Leads editorial meetings; decides daily broadcast and digital content, assign crews & manages field crews' workflow and live logistics throughout day
Works with reporters, photographers, producers to determine story selection, elements and backup ideas
Keeps team informed of developments throughout day
Listens to scanners, answers phones and emails, researches and vets out pitches to determine what makes a great story
Coordinates live shots and content sharing with affiliates, *** , *** and other partners
Represents and enforces station policy in resolution of situations that may arise
Maintains various station accounts used by the desk for gathering and confirmation information
Be involved in long term planning of stories and news events
Posts stories to station digital platforms and social *** sites
Executes performance reviews, hire and grow staff
Other duties as they arise

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism preferred; minimum 3-years experience in a top 50 market newsroom
Knowledge of San Diego area a plus

REQUIREMENTS/JOB S****S:

Extensive knowledge of editorial standards, ethics and *** law
Must have superior organizational skills; be an effective communicator, both oral and written

Must be nimble with technology, have thorough knowledge of newsroom & field workflow
Must demonstrate excellent leadership and motivational skills
Must be able to manage a large staff under extreme pressure in a fast-paced environment
Must be able to direct the efforts of on-air reporters
Must be able to operate as a team member as well as a team leader
Must be able to take suggestions, participate in decision-making, and be flexible in recognizing various points of view
Must be capable of interacting productively with other employees of the station.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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1/23

Assignment Editor

Grand Rapids, MI Details

Full Time

Responsible for managing newsroom assignments, coordinating logistics, monitoring news wires and scanners.

What You Will Do:

Plan news coverage as directed by news management
Dispatch crews to stories and breaking news, using appropriate logistical and journalistic judgement
Make calls to news sources as needed, gaining appropriate and actionable information
Assist in finding stories, doing research and tracking story ideas in assignment desk computer with emphasis on key brand points
Publishing of online content
Perform other duties as needed and as directed by news management

What You Will Need:

Education & Experience/Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related discipline
3-5 years of experience in broadcast or similar industry preferred

What You Bring:

Must be organized, self-starter who can work independently
Basic computer skills;non-linear andproduction techniques
Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
Understanding of the principles of responsible journalism
Ability to work well with others in a team-based environment
Ability to write effectively

ABOUT *** :

The *** *** Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified *** company focused on creating a *** ter-informed world. As the nation's fourth-largest local TV broadcaster, *** serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of 60 stations in 41 markets. *** ' national networks reach nearly every American through the news outlets Court TV and Newsy and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Grit, Laff and Court TV Mystery. *** is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. *** runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the *** National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, *** has held for decades to the motto, "Give light and the people will find their own way."

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The *** *** Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.

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1/8

Assignment Editor

Chicago, IL Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

*** 7 Chicago is looking for a resourceful, aggressive journalist to become part of the weekend assignment desk team.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be an aggressive, self-sufficient journalist who recognizes a good news story and understands what it takes to bring it to audiences on all platforms. Duties include:

Coordinating news coverage and dispatching colleagues to news stories
Collaborating with news managers and producers to plan and execute news coverage
Gathering information and verifying facts of news stories
Monitoring scanners, social *** , email and other information sources for news stories
Maintaining contact and developing relationships with newsmakers, agencies, police and fire departments and other news sources
Communicating new information to colleagues in a timely manner
Ability to post information on digital platforms, including social ***

Basic Qualifications:

Must understand and meet all journalistic and ethical standards when developing stories for all *** 7 platforms. Must be an excellent communicator and team player who demonstrates ability to assess newsworthiness of information. Must understand how to leverage social *** as a news gathering tool.

Preferred Qualifications:

3-5 years newsroom experience strongly preferred.

Required Education

College degree required

Additional Information:

This is a NA *** represented position

Equal Opportunity Employer - Female/Minority/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Reporting Location - Chicago, IL

About *** Television:

*** Television (WDT) redefines the future of *** and entertainment. Delivering compelling creative, great storytelling, ground-breaking technology, high-impact marketing and innovative distribution, WDT offers multiple opportunities to build a career that supports entertaining and informing the world. A key unit of *** , one of the world's most admired vertically integrated *** enterprises, WDT includes global live action and animation entertainment, news, owned television stations, and radio. If you've got a passion to join our team of talented professionals we want to hear your story.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive *** . From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with WLS Television, Inc. , which is part of a business segment we call *** Television .
WLS Television, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. *** fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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12/17

Assignment Editor

Washington, DC Details

Full Time

Job Requirements: Must be local to location or willing to work as a local.

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY *** News ***

*** News *** operates the *** News Channel (FNC), *** Business Network (FBN), *** News Digital, *** News Radio, *** News Headlines 24/7, *** News podcasts and the direct-to-consumer subscription streaming ser *** *** Nation. A top five-cable network, FNC has been the most watched television news channel for more than 18 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks as the number one business channel on cable. Owned by *** Corporation, *** News *** reaches 200 million people each month.

JOB DESCRIPTION
*** News is looking for an organized, motivated, curious individual with strong logistical and editorial skills to join our assignment desk team in the Washington D.C Bureau. You will work with a team of people to coordinate daily news coverage, which includes moving crews, adjusting to cover breaking news, and responding to cover a consistent flow of events at the Capitol, White House, Pentagon, State Department, and other venues in DC. You also prioritize incoming editorial & logistical information and ensure it is clearly communicated to those who need it. Aggressively seeking out additional information and pitching stories is critical to success in this position, and a natural curiosity for news is a must.

You will be offered one of the following shifts: Weekdays and Weekends; 6am-2pm or 2pm-10pm ET

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Assign, move and adjust crew coverage to keep the network competitive at all times
Work with beat producers in planning and adjusting coverage as news breaks
Monitor wires, social *** and other broadcast networks for news developments
Reach out to agencies, government departments and *** personnel to gather and confirm information
Draft and distribute information to field, show and network personnel
Organize and develop creative plans to maximize limited resources
Coordinate with field, technical and satellite desk personnel to make sure incoming feeds *** ween DC and NY are prioritized to provide the most competitive coverage
Train and work on satellite desk when needed

**** YOU **** NEED

5 years of experience in a local or national newsroom
Keen understanding of how to gather news LIVE in the Washington, D.C. area and familiarity with satellite trucks, Live U technology, AVOC and various fiber drops
Knowledge of network pool operations at the desk level with an emphasis on understanding the unilateral benefit
Familiarity with the various D.C. government agencies
Strong logistical and editorial skills with knowledge of national and international politics
Being a self-starter who can work independently as well as being a team player
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize on a daily basis, and especially in breaking news situations

NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT A DEAL BREAKER

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Familiarity with iNews, Outlook and ScheduAll
Knowledge of the DC area

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

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11/3

Assignment Editor

Dallas, TX Details

Full Time

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY *** TV Stations

*** Television Stations is one of the nation's largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, comprising 29 stations in 18 markets and covering over 37% of U.S. television homes. This includes seven duopolies in the top 10 markets: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Washington, D.C. and Houston; as well as duopolies in Minneapolis, Phoenix, Orlando and Seattle.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Must be aggressive and thorough in responding to breaking news. Research and select news stories through multiple sources including, news wires, websites, social *** , newspapers, scanners and email. Responsible for daily communication with police and government officials and agencies. Must develop reliable sources to help in obtaining and confirming information for newscasts. Secure and organize elements for newscasts such as electronic audio and video files, photos and documents. Must have broad working knowledge of online databases as well as broad working knowledge of court and police procedures. Write and publish stories for station website. Must consistently publish to social *** channels. Coordinate, dispatch and communicate with crews to planned and breaking news events. Work closely with reporters, producers and managers to develop stories and story ideas. Answer viewer calls and emails and speak with community contacts. Perform other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree required with emphasis in Communication and/or Journalism. 7-8 years in a medium to major market experience required. Must possess strong phone skills and etiquette. Must have strong knowledge of legal and ethical parameters for mass *** . Ability to work under tight deadlines. Strong working knowledge of the technical aspects of television news production required, including digital and web-based newsgathering tools. Must be able to use newsroom computer systems, including editing and graphics programs. Strong communication skills are a must. Must complete required administrative tasks in a timely and accurate manner.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

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5/20

Assignment Editor

Joplin, MO Details

Full Time

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing!

The Assignments Editor answers incoming news calls and assigns daily news stories according to the news personnel available.

Tracks stories from all sources including government agencies, wire services and community groups
Dispatches photographers, reporters and other personnel to cover stories
Coordinates logistics for news personnel
Participates in daily story meetings and supplies a comprehensive list of all possible news stories and works with the News Director to develop plans for all broadcasts
Assists in development, planning and follow-up of all news stories
Edits video clips as assigned
Writes stories for the web and other e *** platforms
Interacts with viewers/users on social *** sites
Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills :

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Minimum two years' experience in news operations
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Flexibility to work any shift

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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1/7

Multi-platform Assignment Editor

Washington, DC Details

Full Time

JOB DESCRIPTION

****9 in Washington, D.C is looking for a multi-platform assignment editor who thrives on breaking news, working the phones, and understands how to develop sources that enhance news coverage.

The ideal candidate already has sources in the DC community, strong analytical and critical skills, understands how the judicial system works and can implement systems for efficient confirmation and distribution of information.

The person in this role will be more than a traditional assignment editor. They'll be expected to be a content creator - either directly (writing for our platforms or producing streaming *** ) or in a supporting role by helping execute the vision of newsroom producers and editors. The role requires a focus on multi-platform storytelling -- broadcast, online and social content.

This person must be able to multi-task, skillfully using proprietary databases, government information systems, social *** and digital tools to research and discover stories. This role requires exceptional organizing and planning skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Aggressively confirm information about breaking news and dispatch crews with urgency
• Publish content to website and social *** accounts.
• Enterprise news stories on a daily basis
• Assemble daily news plans, including reporter/photographer assignments using our Editorial Tracker tool in editorial meetings
• Work closely with newsroom leadership to plan appropriate staffing for daily and future news gathering
• Proactively vet incoming news tips and coordinate story gathering
• Coordinate with producers and station engineers on live shots, including executing Facebook Live, YouTube livestream and website livestreams.
• Develop and maintain lists of contacts at public agencies, major businesses, no *** ofit organizations and other i *** uential entities and individuals.
• Monitor law enforcement and emergency responder scanner traffic to alert newsroom to breaking news.
• Monitor digital chatter and real-time tools to alert newsroom to content opportunities.
• Monitor important news stories for developments in a beat system style
• Represent ****9 in conversations with other *** organizations about pool coverage and access issues.
• Coordinate sharing of resources with other stations in the *** group
• Be curious about new technologies and tools that could improve the assignment process.
• Coordinate and dispatch the ****9 shared news helicopter
• Perform other tasks as required by Multiplatform Managing Editor or Digital Executive Editor.

REQUIREMENTS

• BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field
• 2-5 years of experience required
• Experience in a newsroom
• Strong social *** and digital writing skills
• Strong news judgement skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to write clearly and effectively.
• Understanding the tenants of professional journalism
• Knowledge of digital breaking news tools a plus
• Knowledge of CMS, ENPS, Edius and Axis graphics a plus
• Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events
• Comfortable meeting multiple deadlines per day
• Flexible with shift assignments
• Great interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and timely
• Sense of urgency with breaking news

About ***

*** Inc. (NYSE: *** ) is an innovative *** company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, *** tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 63 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, *** is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. *** also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. *** Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, *** 's OTT advertising service. For more information, visit [ Link removed ] - URL blocked - click to apply .

*** Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information.

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12/18

News Assignment Editor

Salt Lake, UT Details

Full Time

Job Requirements: Must be local to location or willing to work as a local.

**** are seeking an detail oriented, aggressive, energetic, and creative full-time News Assignment Editor!

Skills and Experience:

Assign and track news crews
Identify and develop daily content
Write and post content to station website and social *** sites
Compelling and accurate writing
Listen to scanners and react to breaking news, make beat checks, monitor web sites and social *** , 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 *** platforms
Bachelor's degree with a major in journalism is also preferred

*** Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

About Us

Make your mark in *** with *** Group, a diversified *** company dedicated to connecting people with content everywhere! We have consistently led the broadcast industry since our inception, and now Sinclair owns the largest regional sports network business and one of the largest television broadcast portfolios in the country. In addition, we have affiliations with all of the major broadcast networks, own Tennis Channel, and several multicast networks including TBD and Comet. Our content is distributed over-the-air, on multi-video providers, and through our industry-leading digital *** platforms. We also recently launched a free TV streaming ser *** called STIRR. Our success is the direct result of our extraordinary employees and management team who believe in our vision and are dedicated to ensuring a great future for our employees. We are advancing the world of *** and want YOU to join our winning team!

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.

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12/12

Editor, Assignment/Assoc Producer Hy(ne)

Indianapolis, IN Details

Full Time

Monitor scanners and field assignment desk phone calls

· Receive and investigate news tips; Gather and prepare story items for the newscast

· Assist and sometimes create the digital reporting on respective web pages and social *** accounts

· Support newscast Producers and assist in writing stories

· Manage logistics and assign field crews to cover stories

· Demonstrate sense of urgency with breaking news

· Perform other duties as assigned
Associate Producer experience and/or a very strong desire to learn the skillset required to lend your talents to the operation/products

Requirements & Skills :

Bachelor's degree or 1 year previous newsroom experience preferred

· Strong organizational skills

· Ability to work in a rapid, fast-paced environment

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to develop strong news judgment

· Detail-oriented

· Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights, weekends and holidays deemed necessary for the operation

Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Fluency in English

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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12/3

News Assignment Editor

Kearney, NE Details

Full Time

NTV News is seeking a detail oriented, aggressive, energetic, and creative full-time News Assignment Editor!

Skills and Experience:

Assign and track news crews
Identify and develop daily content
Write and post content to station website and social *** sites
Compelling and accurate writing
Listen to scanners and react to breaking news, make beat checks, monitor web sites and social *** , 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 experience in a newsroom
Solid leader
Commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy
Ability to communicate effectively
Strong 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 *** platforms
Bachelor's degree with a major in journalism is a must

NTV News and our parent company *** Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace!

About Us

Make your mark in *** with *** Group, a diversified *** company dedicated to connecting people with content everywhere! We have consistently led the broadcast industry since our inception, and now Sinclair owns the largest regional sports network business and one of the largest television broadcast portfolios in the country. Also, we have affiliations with all of the major broadcast networks, our own Tennis Channel, and several multicast networks including TBD and Comet. Our content is distributed over-the-air, on multi-video providers, and through our industry-leading digital *** platforms. We also recently launched a free TV streaming ser *** called STIRR. Our success is the direct result of our extraordinary employees and management team who believe in our vision and are dedicated to ensuring a great future for our employees. We are advancing the world of *** and want YOU to join our winning team!

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.

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11/3

News - Assignment Editor - Wabi

Bangor, ME Details

Full Time

Job Requirements: Must be local to location or willing to work as a local.

About *** Television:

*** Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional ser *** in each market we serve. *** owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and *** ter.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About ****:

Award thinking strategy. **** TV is the market leader with viewers relying on news and weather coverage from LOCAL anchors and meteorologists. Along with strong news ratings, a robust website, SEC/ *** Sports and *** Primetime, we deliver the results for our advertisers.

Job Summary:

****-TV5 is looking for a full-time Assignment Editor. This person is a key member of the newsroom, working closely with our executive producer and newsroom supervisors. This person must possess strong leadership and organizational skills and be able to perform calmly under pressure. The ideal candidate will enterprise and develop compelling stories on a daily basis and lead the team when breaking news happens. This person also helps the executive producer manage our digital content.

Responsibilities include the following:

- Managing and updating the daily planner, keeping track of what's going on in the viewing area from courts to government meetings to special events
- Lead the morning pitch meetings and inform the staff of the plan for the day, coordinating and staying in touch with crews in the field
- Strong communication skills with staff, news contacts, and viewers
- Will be called on to write stories for newscasts, web, and social ***
- Primary liaison with *** Digital Team, helping to instruct and lead news staff on all digital platforms
- Copyright Clearance Supervisor - you'll be trained on our copyright policies and will be a go-to person for such questions in the newsroom

Requirements

- Previous experience in a newsroom preferred
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Team oriented
- Detail focused and good at multitasking
- Ability to handle deadline pressures

Come join our team, apply online at *** by searching the station call letters (****-TV) and attach resume

Additional Info

*** Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, *** Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

*** Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of *** 's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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7/18

Assignment Desk Editor, Per Diem

Chicago, IL Details

Full Time

Job Requirements: Must be local to location or willing to work as a local.

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing!

*** -TV is searching for a knowledgeable and ambitious Assignment Editor, for per diem and vacation relief needs.

Responsibilities:

Plans , prepares, and executes the station's newsgathering functions, including both scheduled newsworthy events as well as 'spot' news and breaking stories
Helps decide and determine daily story assignments
Dispatches reporters and photographers in the field
Assists reporters with researching, developing and setting up their stories
Assists writers, producers and web staff with gathering information and updating stories
Responsible for arranging and supervising video feeds
Scrutinizes a multitude of local resources, *** and contacts for potential stories
Effectively monitors local law enforcement and public safety agencies for breaking stories

Qualifications:

College degree with several years of major market experience, preferably local
Must be decisive, forward thinking and possess excellent news judgment
Strong organizational skills required
Should have a working knowledge of the issues, lifestyles and culture that are unique to the Chicago news market
Candidates also need strong logistical skills and the ability to effectively navigate the local landscape
Familiarity with local government, municipalities and jurisdictions is essential
Must be able to work under pressure in a sometimes stressful work environment
Must be capable of interacting positively and productively with other employees.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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