News Assignment Editor

WCTI/WYDO are seeking a 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

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Us
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.
About the Team
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