ASSIGNMENT EDITOR/PRODUCER - KOSA
About Gray Media: Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first- and/or second highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. About KOSA: KOSA/First Alert 7 is the top-rated, long-time news leader in Odessa-Midland, TX, covering the Permian Basin region of West Texas and southeastern New Mexico. We have an outstanding team and culture!
About the role
First Alert 7 – the top-rated, long-time news leader in Odessa-Midland, TX- is looking for an Assignments Manager to join our news team. Producing a 30-minute newscast daily is part of the job opportunity, as well as for someone looking to grow management skills.
Responsibilities
- Select and report daily on stories happening around West Texas
- Produce a 30-minute newscast with a combination of local, state, and national news
- Assign stories to reporters/photogs and select which shows they go in
- Make/answer calls about stories and breaking news
- Write for Broadcast and Web
- Edit video for reporter packages and newscasts
Qualifications
- Degree in Journalism or related field
- Knowledge of AP style
- Experience with newsroom environments
- Quick thinking/takes initiative, capable of breaking news situations
- Some management experience