Make your mark in Broadcasting and Digital *** . *** Group and Sinclair Digital Solutions are dedicated to making Sinclair a communications powerhouse! We are the largest and most diversified television broadcasting company in the country. Sinclair owns and operates, programs or provides services to more television stations than anyone and has affiliations with all major networks. Sinclair Digital group is focused on bringing the most engaging content to web, mobile and over-the-top broadcasting to audiences all over the country! Our success is the result of extraordinary employees and an exemplary management team who believe in a vision and are dedicated ensuring a great future for our employees. Whether you are an industry veteran or a just starting out, you can find it at Sinclair!
We are advancing the world of Broadcasting and we want YOU to join our winning team! **** *** 9 and *** Chattanooga seeks a driven, energetic, and creative full-time Assignment Manager.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: - Gathering news affecting the community
- Preparing story items for presentation in the newscasts and on digital/social platforms
- Assisting in the efficient operation of the assignment desk
- Partnering with other members of the leadership team on strategy and marketing of news products
- Direct supervision of select staff members
Required skills and qualifications include, but are not limited to: - A minimum of one (1) year of assignment desk experience or equivalent
- A commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy
- The ability to communicate effectively
- Strong sense of organization and time management
- Basic computer knowledge/word processing skills
- General knowledge and interest in local, national, and world news
- The ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter, and emerging social ***
- A bachelor's degree with a major in journalism is preferred
This is a full-time salaried position and will require working a flexible schedule that includes nights and holidays.
*** Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.
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Job Location Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States Company Location HR.****.Chattanooga.Chattanooga.TN Position Type Full-Time/Regular