Website Nexstar Media
Description:
WFFF in Burlington, Vermont is hiring a full-time News Assignment Editor. The Assignment Editor answers incoming news calls and assigns daily news stories according to the news personnel available.
Responsibilities:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:- 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 eMedia platforms
- Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements:
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
Contact:
Apply Online
Apply Online at https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar/job/VT-Colchester/Assignment-Editor-I--News_REQ-19721
Job Req #REQ- 19721
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