Dothan,AL
Nexstar Media Group,Inc.
DESCRIPTION
Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 197 full power stations (including partner stations) in 115 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation. Nexstar’s platform delivers exceptional local content and network programming to inform and entertain viewers, while providing premium, scalable local advertising opportunities for advertisers and brands across all screens and devices. Learn more at http://www.Nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
JOB EXPERIENCE
WDHN-TV has an immediate opening for an Assignment Editor. See why so many people are discovering this hidden jewel of a city, moving to Dothan. Our rate for new arrivals is among the top cities in the country. It's not just because of our warm climate and friendly people, we're also just a few miles and a short drive from pristine Gulf Coast beaches.
The Assignment Editor answers incoming news calls and assigns daily news stories according to the news personnel available.
- Tracks stories from all sources including government agencies, wire services and community groups
- Dispatches photographers, reporters and other personnel to cover stories
- Coordinates logistics for news personnel
- Participates in daily story meetings and supplies a comprehensive list of all possible news stories and works with the News Director to develop plans for all broadcasts
- Assists in development, planning and follow-up of all news stories
- Edits video clips as assigned
- Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms
- Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
- Performs other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
- Fluency in English
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
ADDITIONAL INFO
REQ-34525
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar