Associate Assignment Editor

4 weeks ago

Chicago, IL, United States Nexstar Broadcasting Full-time

NewsNation is looking for an Associate Assignment Editor to join the network's newsgathering team and work on the national assignment desk from our offices in Chicago. The early-career position is an opportunity to have hands-on role assisting in covering national, international, and political stories from across the United States and around the world. Duties & Responsibilities:
* Research stories, conduct outreach to sources to verify information and report out stories.
* Gather editorial information and elements to best tell stories including video, audio, and pictures.
* Maintain direct contact with field teams to offer support, request and confirm live hits.
* Monitor social media and clear user generated content
* Monitor competitive broadcasts, cable and digital platforms
* Occasionally coordinate booking of transmission facilities and satellite space for live/tape feeds.
* Utilize various file sharing platforms to gather video
* Follow and communicate Rights and Clearances restrictions
* Assist in compiling editorial and logistics notes used by the newsgathering and show teams
* Perform other duties as assigned.Requirements &

Skills:
* Bachelor's degree in journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
* One to two years of television production or multiplatform production experience including internships.
* Must be willing to work extended or modified shifts as news developments warrant.
* Flexibility to adjust schedule and assignments as network’s needs evolve.
* Must also be willing to weekdays and holidays as needed.
* Strong writing, organizational, and people skills are vital.
* Attention to detail is key.
* The successful candidate will be a self-starter with excellent communication skills who bringslots of ideas to the table. Salary Range: $37,500 to $45,000 annually

Benefits:
Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limitedto, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) withcompany matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part timeemployees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject tothe benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement. #J-18808-Ljbffr