Assignment Desk Editor

Responsibilities

• Constantly monitor and respond to breaking news and developing stories across multiple platforms.
• Monitor news wires, social media, scanners, broadcasts, and online sources to quickly identify breaking news opportunities.
• Generate, research, verify, plan, and develop story ideas for newscasts, digital platforms, and special coverage.
• Cook up and coordinate daily story production with reporters, photographers, and multimedia journalists by gathering visual elements, securing video feeds, and arranging interviews relevant to assignments.
• Secure high-profile guests, newsmakers, public figures, and subject matter experts.
• Coordinate and manage live remotes, video feeds, live shots, and interview logistics under tight deadlines.
• Cook up logistical information for field crews throughout the news gathering and production process.
• Continuously update stories with the latest developments and information.
• Maintain the iNews system updated with crew locations, assignments, and timelines.
• Monitor law enforcement, fire communications, scanners, wires, and beat checks for breaking news and spot coverage opportunities.
• Aid writers, producers, editors, and digital teams with information gathering and story updates.
• Arrange, download, and supervise incoming video feeds.
• Participate in editorial meetings and communicate daily coverage plans and developments.
• Aid with news production and special projects as assigned.
• Field produce and travel as needed for major news coverage and special assignments.
• Stay informed on national and international current events, legal developments, and culturally relevant topics.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing breaking news situations and adapting quickly to changes.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines independently.
• Be available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during breaking news and continuous coverage situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• BS/BA or MA in Communications, Journalism, New Media, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Fully bilingual in English and Spanish (written and verbal).
• Minimum of 2 years of newsroom experience required.
• At least 1 year of experience as a Producer and/or Assignment Editor preferred.
• Strong editorial judgment and knowledge of current affairs.
• Highly motivated, creative, assertive, detail-oriented, and organized.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize assignments, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing multiple social media platforms.
• Basic video editing knowledge.
• Experience working with non-linear editing and archive systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, iNews, Avid, live feed systems, and social media platforms.
• Strong knowledge of city agencies, public safety operations, and key newsmakers preferred.
• Willingness to work onsite in Miami, FL.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, type, reach, and sit for up to 8 hours.
• Employment and education verification required.
• Willingness to submit to a background investigation.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States.

Benefits

• PTO
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness and employee support programs
• 401K
• Lifetime and other insurance plans
• Comprehensive and competitive health benefits package