What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assignment Desk Editor/ Producer position at TelevisaUnivision?
TelevisaUnivision is seeking a talented Assignment Desk Editor with a dynamic and creative attitude. This position is responsible for sourcing great content and managing logistics for our live crews. They will also identify, develop and contribute story ideas and participate actively in coverage decisions of special news programs. Gather elements for coverage and managing the logistics for story shoots and execution.
Your Day-day
TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.
TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.
Your Day-day
- Assignment Editor will research and produce daily story ideas for air.
- Assign and provide necessary information to crews.
- Monitor for any potential breaking news
- Coordinate interviews and plan for future coverage and prioritized events.
- Maintain constant and clear communication with producers, field crews, and or agencies, while obtaining and confirming information.
- Capture video feeds from the field and assist editors with any troubleshooting needs.
- Work with reporters to conceptualize, coordinate and approve story packages to conform to station policies, practices and procedures.
- Work with other Assignment Editors, Producers and newsroom managers to assign stories and monitor story coverage.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in news
- Possess extensive experience in proven strategies for sourcing and sharing content through social media.
- Fluent in English and Spanish (read and write)
- Must be willing to work from office in Miami
TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.
TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.