What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assignment Editor Job at Minnesotabroadcasters in Minneapolis position at Minnesotabroadcasters?
WCCO-TV in Minneapolis / St. Paul is seeking an Assignment Editor.
Location : Minneapolis, MN, US, 55403
Type : Temporary / Per Diem / Freelance (Non-Staff)
Responsibilities :
- Deadline-oriented people person to facilitate the coverage of news stories and the assignment of field crews.
- Assign news stories to reporters and photographers on a daily basis to cover and advance local news for both broadcast and digital.
- Develop and maintain contacts with law enforcement and fire departments, local government, and community organizations to stay updated on current events.
- Assist with story research and investigation.
- Coordinate coverage through network affiliates.
- Listen to and understand scanner traffic.
- Coordinate and book satellite windows.
- Take in live and recorded feeds from crews in the field.
- Monitor news tips and grow pool of contacts and sources.
- Other duties as assigned by news management.
Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting’s television station should contact sf_recruitingsupport@paramount.com.
Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability / vet.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
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