KABC - Assignment Editor

Company: ABC Owned TV Stations
Location: Arcadia
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

ABC7 Los Angeles is seeking a full-time Assignment Editor to join Southern California's News Leader. The right candidate for our 24/7 team should be a go-getter who wants to own breaking news coverage and generate meaningful and exclusive content across our various platforms. Responsibilities :

• This individual is a critical member of our news room whose responsibilities involve assigning crews and reporters, planning coverage and monitoring scanners.
• Gathering information about developing news stories
• Keeping the news room apprised of breaking news and changes in assignments.
• Actively identifying and generating high-impact stories that reflect the diversity of our audience.Basic Qualifications :
  • Minimum 2 years of middle to market experience
  • We are looking for an organized team player who is proactive and collaborates well with all station departments, as well as reporters, photographers, digital news teams, newscast producers, and newsroom managers.
  • Must be social media savvy and excel in social newsgathering.
  • Must be able to operate in a professional, ethical, and empathetic manner in high pressure situations and be able to deal calmly and effectively with viewers on the phone.
  • Candidates are expected to be flexible, work weekends, early morning shifts and holidays.
  • Local news assignment desk or related experience required
  • Knowledge of Southern California is a plus.Additional Information :

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