Assignment Editor at Hearst

DescriptionAssignment EditorWESH 2 the NBCaffiliate in Orlando Floridahas an openingfor a driven individualwho wants to win each day as anAssignment part of the Assignment Desk the newsrooms nerve center youll find distinctive enterprise stories while work closely with managers tooversee news must have a take charge attitude for breaking news coordinating crewsand resources in real time while confirming information. You will report to the Managing Editor.ResponsibilitiesGather and organize press releases emails phone calls and viewer tips. Identifywhich of the those will lead to compelling and engaging content for all digital platforms andnewscastsVerify facts and uphold Hearst Televisions strict journalist standards to support producers digital producers and reportersMonitor emergency scanners social media as well as all broadcast and streaming feeds to quickly and accurately confirm informationKeep track of crews in the field and communicate with them during daily newsgathering and breaking newsAssist management withcontent gathering and planningwhich includes overseeing daily operations and additional coverage for special events as neededPitch and develop enterprise storiesConfirm write and post content to alldigital platformsincluding sending push alerts and posting to social media as neededRequirementsExperience listening to emergency scannersExperience with digital platforms especially social media. You will monitor multiple social media accounts to gather content and communicate with news makersFamiliar with local newsgathering technology and terminologyWill maintain professional working relationships with newsmakersCan gather information from multiple sources simultaneously and quickly push it out to anchors reporters producers and digital producersBe able to remain calm and level-headed during breaking news situationsWilling to work a variety of shifts including weekends and nightsRelated military experience will be consideredValues in ActionAt Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds perspectives and why behind the scenes we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication ensuring that the content we create is authentic accurate and connected to the communities we serve.BenefitsHearsts benefit programs are modern flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.Medical Dental Vision401(k) matchingEmotional Wellness SupportPaid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveLGBTQ Health ServicesAdditional benefits to meet your and your familys needs Key Skills Corporate Paralegal,Graduate Engineering,Customer Service,Clinical Data Management,ABAP,Corporate Marketing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1