Assignment Editor, KTSU - Salt Lake City

The E.W. Scripps Company and KTSU in Salt Lake City is seeking an Assignment Editor to manage newsroom assignments, coordinate logistics, monitor news wires and scanners.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Plan news coverage as directed by news management.

• Dispatch crews to stories and breaking news, using appropriate logistical and journalistic judgement.

• Make calls to news sources as needed, gain appropriate and actionable information.

• Assist in finding stories, doing research and track story ideas in assignment desk computer with emphasis on key brand points.

• Publish of online content.

• Perform other duties as needed and as directed by news management.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience 

• Generally, 3+ years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Must be organized, self-starter who can work independently

• Basic computer skills; non-linear and production techniques

• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment

• Understanding of the principles of responsible journalism

• Ability to work well with others in a team-based environment

• Ability to write effectively

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• May require weekend evening and weekend work

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

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ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

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