Assignment Editor
Fox News Channel
Washington, DCThis was removed by the employer on 6/7/2019 12:04:00 PM PST
Not to worry we have many other jobs on the site;
Browse all jobs
Browse the Broadcast News Category
Browse the Crew Category
Browse the Film and TV Production Category
Browse the TV Network Category
Browse the Writing Category
Search for Assignment Editor jobs in Washington-DC
Search all Assignment Editor postings
Full Time Job
JOB DESCRIPTION
Fox News is looking for an organized, motivated, curious individual with strong logistical and editorial skills to join our assignment desk team in the Washington D.C Bureau. The Assignment Editor works with a team of people to coordinate daily news coverage, which includes moving crews, adjusting to cover breaking news and responding to cover a consistent flow of events at the Capitol, White House, Pentagon, State Department and other venues in DC. The Assignment Editor also prioritizes incoming editorial & logistical information and ensures it is clearly communicated to those who need it. Aggressively seeking out additional information and pitching stories is critical to success in this position. A natural curiosity of news is a must.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assign, move and adjust crew coverage to keep the network competitive at all times
• Work with beat producers to plan and adjust coverage as news breaks
• Monitor wires, social media and other broadcast networks for news developments
• Reache out to agencies, government departments and fox personnel to gather and confirm information
• Draft and distribute information to field, show and network personnel
• Organize and develop creative plans to maximize limited resources
• Coordinate with field, technical and satellite desk personnel to make sure incoming feeds between DC and NY are prioritized to provide the most competitive coverage
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• A Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience in a local or national newsroom
• Strong logistical and editorial skills with knowledge of national and international politics
• Familiarity with the various D.C. government agencies
• Keen understanding of how to gather news LIVE in the Washington, D.C. area
• Familiarity with satellite trucks, Live U technology, AVOC and various fiber drops
• Knowledge of network pool operations at the desk level with an emphasis on understanding the unilateral benefit
• A self-starter attitude with the flexibility to work independently, as well as in a team setting
• Willingness to work multiple positions on the assignment desk
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and work in a fast paced environment on a daily basis, and especially in breaking news situations
NICE TO HAVES
• Familiarity with iNews, Outlook and ScheduAll a plus
• Knowledge of the DC area a plus
Please attach a resume to be considered, applications without resumes will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.