Assignment Desk Manager

7News DC is looking for an experienced Assignment Desk Manager with strong leadership skills who knows how to build sources, generate story ideas, and react decisively to breaking news in the nation's capital. This person will be a key member of the newsroom team and will be responsible for day-to-day planning as well as working with managers on long-term planning and projects.

Candidates must be organized and be able to multitask. They must understand newsroom logistics and be able to move crews strategically. We need someone with strong communication skills who can coordinate coverage across all platforms and problem-solve unforeseen obstacles. This person must be able to perform calmly and communicate effectively under pressure.

Skills and Experience:

• Assign and track news crews
• Identify and develop daily content
• Write and post content to the station website and social media sites
• Compelling and accurate writing
• Listen to scanners and react to breaking news, make beat checks, monitor websites and social media, react to developing news
• Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas
• Responsible for short and long-term planning
• Assisting in the efficient operations of the assignment desk

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years of assignment desk experience
• Commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy
• Ability to communicate effectively
• General knowledge and interest in local, national, and world news
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Understanding of iNews and/or ENPS
• Proficiency with Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube and emerging social media platforms
• A bachelor's degree with a major in journalism is also preferred

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