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Assignment Editor
Spectrum
New York, NY, United States
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SUMMARY
Responsible for coordinating logistics of the news coverage.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assigns news coverage/handles logistics of deploying news crews.
• Assigns stories to reporters/video journalist and photographers in an organized and timely manner.
• Maintains communication with all personnel involved with newscast.
• Insures continuous communication with assignment editors on other shifts to maintain continuity and keep the desk running smoothly and coordinates coverage with producers.
• Gathers and researches story ideas through beat calls, wire services, newspapers, magazines, web sites, and radio and television news.
• Liaison with CNN news source and other outside news agencies.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of issues, events and newsmakers in region state and world.
• Maintains database of news sources and contacts.
• Demonstrates news judgment in selecting and or recommending stories.
• Decides and assigns priority to news stories, assigns crews and coverage accordingly.
• Will distribute vehicle keys to reporters, photographers and other news staff.
• Will assign reporters, photographers to cover news stories.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from a four year college or university in English, Journalism, or Communications preferred.
• Previous experience in a news environment.
• Prior experience dealing with the public.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only applicants who apply online at https://jobs.spectrum.com/ will be considered.