Graymedia - Memphis, TN

posted 4 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Memphis, TN
101-250 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Gray Television is seeking an Assignment Editor for WMC-TV, Action News 5 in Memphis, TN. This role is crucial in assigning news personnel to daily stories and planning coverage for various events. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, capable of tracking the day's top stories, and adept at monitoring police scanners to stay updated on breaking news. The Assignment Editor will also be responsible for tracking court proceedings and public meeting agendas, ensuring that the news team is well-informed and prepared for coverage. In this position, you will coordinate with Multi-Media Journalists (MMJs), photographers, anchors, and producers to ensure seamless news coverage. The role demands a proactive approach to breaking news, requiring a natural leader who can motivate the team and utilize their individual talents effectively. You will be expected to communicate clearly and collaborate with various team members to execute the station's brand and uphold its commitment to accountability storytelling. The Assignment Editor will also assist with long-term planning for significant events and will be involved in daily assignment planning. This position offers opportunities for growth and comes with a competitive compensation package, including a generous 401(k) match and a free health insurance option. The successful candidate will strive for excellence across all platforms, both digital and on-air, and will be a key player in the newsroom, ensuring that the team is focused on delivering timely and impactful news coverage.

Responsibilities

  • Assign news personnel to daily stories and plan coverage of daily events.
  • Monitor police scanners to stay updated on breaking news.
  • Track and update court proceedings and public meeting agendas.
  • Coordinate with MMJs, photographers, anchors, and producers.
  • Assist with long-term planning for significant events.
  • Motivate news personnel for optimal utilization of their talents.
  • Calmly assign multiple news crews in breaking news situations.
  • Work with news managers daily to ensure effective news coverage.

Requirements

  • Detail-driven editor with strong organizational skills.
  • Experienced journalist with previous local newsroom experience.
  • College degree preferred.
  • Experience in producing TV/digital stories, reporting, and local news videography is preferred.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in videography is a plus.

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
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