Assignment Editor, Nbc & Telemundo Philadelphia

Job Description
Lead coverage of breaking/developing news stories both editorially and logistically for both thenewsroom and field crews
Research, coordinate, pitch &
implement coverage of breaking news, continuing coverage andhuman-interest stories
Ability to quickly assess what is needed on coverage of a breaking stories
Ability to find &
book experts and community members who help define a story
Collaborate with the website, social media, and streaming teams
Initiate &
maintain communication with affiliates &
News Channel counterparts
Consistently monitor and break news through social media platforms and tools
Establish &
maintain working story &
contact files