What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assignment Editor position at WGN-TV?
WGN-TV is searching for a full-time Assignment Editor with solid news judgment and instincts, able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
$25 to $35 per hour - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.
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
- Monitors social media for stories and tips
- Assists writers, producers and web staff with gathering information and updating stories
- Responsible for arranging and supervising video feeds, including Zoom conference calls
- Scrutinizes a multitude of local resources, media and contacts for potential stories
- Effectively monitors local law enforcement and public safety agencies for breaking stories
- College degree
- Assignment Editor experience preferred
- Should have a working knowledge of the issues, lifestyles and culture that are unique to the Chicago news market
- Must be decisive, forward thinking and possess excellent news judgment
- Strong organizational and logistical skills
- Must be able to work under deadline pressure
$25 to $35 per hour - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.
Salary : $25 - $35
