ASSIGNMENT DESK EDITOR/DIGITAL PRODUCER

ASSIGNMENT DESK EDITOR/DIGITAL PRODUCER

WAVE

Full-Time

JOB SUMMARY

WAVE in Louisville, KY has an opening for an Assignment Editor/Digital Producer to join our award-winning newsroom.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

  • Writing and producing content for WAVE's website, app, OTT platforms and social pages
  • Monitoring scanners, maintaining phone lists, keeping files/records of upcoming news events
  • Writing stories for various digital and social platforms
  • Generate and pitch story ideas and research as necessary
  • Direct Photojournalists and reporters to gather/produce news

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Strong verbal/written communications skills and knowledge of AP Style required
  • College degree in Journalism preferred
  • Ability to work well under pressure
  • Ability to work well on your own or with a team
  • Must be able to handle a wide variety of variables, including short deadlines, and shifting schedules
  • Other duties as assigned by news management

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Apply Link: https://gray.tv/careers