Field Assignment Coordinator
TMZ
Los Angeles, CAThis was removed by the employer on 12/1/2014 10:23:00 AM PST
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TMZ | FIELD ASSIGNMENT COORDINATOR
TMZ is looking for an experienced Field Assignment Coordinator. The ideal candidate will be a thick-skinned, hands-on, self-starter who can effectively manage/balance multiple daily deadlines and administrative duties in a busy, high-pressure, deadline-driven newsroom environment. This role is responsible for managing the following administrative functions for TMZ's field assignment operation: preparation and maintenance of expense reports, coordination and delegation of breaking news assignments, oversight of daily production reports, and the ongoing management of job postings. The Field Assignment Coordinator must be passionate about news and has vast knowledge of local logistics and hotspots. This position reports to the Field Assignment Manager and will be based in Playa Vista, CA.
Responsibilities:
•Provide daily administrative support to the Field Assignment Manager
•Key liaison between newsroom editorial staff and field camera crew
•Daily coordination of field camera crew assignments - providing field crew with minute to minute news updates and general assignments
•Daily reporting and tracking of team progress and productivity via Excel
•Constant interaction with the news editorial team, keeping all parties abreast with various newsworthy media events (sports events, award shows, etc.)
•Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
•3+ years of experience in Journalism or related field (experience in busy newsroom, photo agency, and/or digital publishing environments is a plus
•Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills required (Word, Excel)
•Must have an solid editorial judgment, combined with an interest in and a keen understanding of what works for the TMZ brand
•Must operate with a constant sense of urgency and be able to meet tight deadlines
•Must have strong phone and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to connect easily with local contacts
•Must be able to multi-task and juggle various projects at once
•Existing industry relationships is essential to success in this position
•Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and tasks, effectively trouble shoot and solve problems, and prioritize decision-making in a high pressure, breaking news environment
•Must be a strong and assertive communicator who handles business well under constant pressure
•Proven ability to coordinate team plans, assign tasks, direct and supervise broadcast and website coverage, and organize information and processes
•Solid understanding of emerging production techniques and technology
•Must have a flexible schedule with willingness to work long hours when needed
EOE