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Assignment Desk Editor

WBTV

Charlotte, NC 06-05-2024
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Mid (2-5 years) Experience
Job Description
Assignment Desk Editor - WBTV

About WBTV:

According to research, WBTV was the first television station to sign on in the Carolinas and is considered the ''most trustworthy source of news and information'' in the area. WBTV First Alert Weather is the certified most accurate forecast for the market as measured by WeatheRate. Being ''On Your Side'' for viewers, clients and the community is the guiding principle of WBTV and helps drive its award-winning newscasts and quality local journalism. Visit www.wbtv.com to learn more.

Job Summary/Description:

Team player. Organized. Aggressive with breaking news. A leader. WBTV is searching for its next Assignment Desk Editor who can contribute to the On Your Side brand in a meaningful way. This person knows a great accountability story and is not afraid to go after breaking news. Additionally, this role requires a team-first attitude who strives for excellence day-in and day-out.

This position will stay focused on breaking news and understand what an accountability story looks like in all its forms. This key newsroom role also excels at communication, collaboration, and creativity to make things happen from the desk to the newsroom.

Please note - primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the information listed above

Qualifications/Requirements:
- Three years minimum experience in a television newsroom or digital workplace.
- A background in photojournalism is desired.

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WBTV-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus before the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rv0o2j-3-15-201-103-42 in your application.

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WBTV

Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.