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Manager, Assignments

Tribune Company

Listed 6 Years ago
Expires 23-12-2017

Job Details Careers Center - Manager, AssignmentsPlease Enable Cookies to ContinuePlease enable cookies in your browser to experience all the personalized features of this site, including the ability to apply for a job.Manager, AssignmentsJob ID 2017-46517Location US-CA-San DiegoCategory ..Posted Date 10/27/2017More information about this jobOverviewCoordinate Daily News Coverage on broadcast and digital platforms while maintaining assignment desk functions Job Description: The assignment desk is the center of it all, breaking stories, assigning crews and coordinating with broadcast and digital producers. We’re looking for someone who gets a rush from juggling it all. FOX5 is not your boring TV station. We are an aggressive and fast-paced newsroom determined to tell interesting stories and break news. If you’ve never heard of an assignment editor, don’t apply. If multi-tasking isn’t your strong suit then this job is not for you. If you’re up for the challenge of telling a great story and delivering breaking news then apply online. ResponsibilitiesSuperior written and oral communication skillsResponsible for listening to   scanners Responsible for coordinating multiple field crews Answers phones and email to determine what makes a great story Coordinates live shots and content sharing with affiliates, CNN, FOX, and other partners Posts stories to station digital platforms and social media sites. QualificationsEducation and Experience:Bachelor’s Degree in journalism or communications background preferred 2 years experience in a top 50 market newsroom Knowledge of the San Diego area a plus Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:Extensive knowledge of editorial standards, ethics, and media law Must have superior organizational skills Must be able to work under pressure. Must be able to make decisions and take a leadership role. Must have excellent phone skills, be able to take information from a viewer and determine if there is a story. Must have basic writing skills and be able to communicate written and verbally. Must be able to apply the FOX 5 Filter to any and all stories. Must be able to maintain a professional demeanor when dealing with people at the station and away from the station. Must be able to represent the station in the community and at station events. Must have a passion for news. Company InfoTribune Media Company (NYSE: TRCO) is home to a diverse portfolio of television and digital properties driven by quality news, entertainment, and sports programming. Tribune Media is comprised of Tribune Broadcasting's 42 owned or operated local television stations reaching more than 50 million households, national entertainment network WGN America, whose reach is approaching 80 million households, Tribune Studios, and a variety of digital applications and websites commanding 60 million monthly unique visitors online. Tribune Media also includes Chicago's WGN-AM and the national multicast networks Antenna TV and THIS TV. Additionally, the Company owns and manages a significant number of real estate properties across the U.S. and holds a variety of investments, including a 31% equity interest in TV Food Network and a 32% equity interest in CareerBuilder. For more information please visit http://www.tribunemedia.com.

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