Assignments Editor

This is a Full Time Job

Job Title: Assignments Editor

Job Description:

The Assignments Editor is the frontline of information gathering and story assignments.

Responsibilities:

• Tracks stories from all sources including government agencies, social media, wire services and community groups.
• Dispatches photographers, reporters and other personnel to cover stories.
• Coordinates logistics for news personnel.
• Participates in daily story assignment discussions, story development, provides updates to stories.
• Follows up on previous stories.
• Edits video clips as assigned.
• Potential for writing stories for the web and other eMedia platforms.
• Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites and by phone in a professional/customer service-based manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

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.

KTLA will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Compensation: $24/hr+ commensurate with experience and skill level.

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