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WSFA 12 News
Description:
WSFA 12 News in Montgomery, Alabama is looking for an aggressive Assignment Editor with solid news judgment who can handle multiple tasks simultaneously and adjust to a constantly changing environment. The ideal candidate must be calm in the chaos while evaluating resources, making good decisions, and communicating clearly and effectively under a deadline.
Responsibilities:
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Plan and execute multiplatform news coverage - Assist with the daily flow of news to the newsroom for appropriate coverage on-air and on the station's digital/ streaming platforms - Manage logistics and resources - Communicate clearly and effectively with broadcast and digital producers, field crews - Gather meaningful news information from various sources; generate story ideas, discern credible news tips, and assign news crews - Develop story ideas, confirm information - Monitor phone lines, email, and social media - Monitor news sources to ensure news is being appropriately covered. - Take in live feeds and coordinate interviews - Create and publish content to digital and social media platforms as neededRequirements:
Qualifications/Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or related field, or equivalent training and/or experience - At least two years working a major market newsroom assignment desk (or equivalent experience) - Outstanding editorial skills, interpersonal communication skills, and time management skills - Working knowledge of AP Style and social media platforms - Scheduling flexibility is required Preferred: - Basic knowledge of video and still photography, and editing - Experience with ENPS preferredContact:
Sally Fichtner
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