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NEWS ASSIGNMENT EDITOR - 12527
Baltimore, MDWhether you’re an industry veteran or just starting out, at Sinclair the range of employment opportunities is endless. Want to grow in your career? How about working for a company where employees are encouraged to share ideas, suggestions and yes, even problems? All we are looking for is a little drive, talent and commitment. Is this you? We believe that with the right people anything is possible. Become part of our family today!
WBFF/WNUV are seeking an detail oriented, aggressive, energetic, and creative full-time News Assignment Editor!
Skills and Experience:
- Assign and track news crews
- Identify and develop daily content
- Write and post content to station website and social media sites
- Compelling and accurate writing
- Listen to scanners and react to breaking news, make beat checks, monitor web sites and social media, react to developing news
- Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas
- Listen for and respond to breaking news
- Assisting in the efficient operations of the assignment desk
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year of assignment desk experience
- Commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Basic computer knowledge/word processing skills
- General knowledge and interest in local, national and world news
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter and emerging social media platforms
- Bachelor’s degree with a major in journalism is also preferred
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