Sinclair Inc. is hiring: News Assignment Editor in Austin
Sinclair Inc. - Austin, TX, United States, 78716
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Job Description
CBS Austin/Telemundo Austin is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, 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 websites and social media, react to developing news
- Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas
- Listen for and respond to breaking news
- Assist 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 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 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.
Additional Details
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
- Industries: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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