Job Description
Job Summary / Description :
Atlanta News First is looking for an aggressive, experienced assignment editor with solid news judgment who can handle multiple tasks simultaneously and adjust to a constantly changing environment.
The ideal candidate must be calm in the chaos while evaluating resources, making good decisions, and communicating clearly and effectively under a deadline.
Duties / Responsibilities include (but not limited to) :
• Assist with the daily flow of news to the newsroom for appropriate coverage on-air and on the station's digital / streaming platforms
• Plan and execute multiplatform news coverage
• Manage logistics and resources
• Communicate clearly and effectively with broadcast and digital producers, field crews
• Develop story ideas, confirm information
• Monitor scanners, email, and social media
• Monitor news sources to ensure news is being appropriately covered
• Take in live feeds and coordinate interviews
• Create and publish content to digital and social media platforms as needed
Qualifications / Requirements :
Required :
• Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or related field, or equivalent training and / or experience
• At least two years working a major market newsroom assignment desk (or equivalent experience)
• Outstanding editorial skills, interpersonal communication skills, and time management skills
• Working knowledge of AP Style and social media platforms
• Scheduling flexibility is required
Preferred :
• Experience as a producer, photographer, or reporter / MMJ
• Basic knowledge of video and still photography and editing
• Experience with ENPS preferred
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to , 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 )
WANF-TV / Gray Media, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info :
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to fully vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday.
Last updated : 2026-0+-14
Atlanta News First is looking for an aggressive, experienced assignment editor with solid news judgment who can handle multiple tasks simultaneously and adjust to a constantly changing environment.
The ideal candidate must be calm in the chaos while evaluating resources, making good decisions, and communicating clearly and effectively under a deadline.
Duties / Responsibilities include (but not limited to) :
• Assist with the daily flow of news to the newsroom for appropriate coverage on-air and on the station's digital / streaming platforms
• Plan and execute multiplatform news coverage
• Manage logistics and resources
• Communicate clearly and effectively with broadcast and digital producers, field crews
• Develop story ideas, confirm information
• Monitor scanners, email, and social media
• Monitor news sources to ensure news is being appropriately covered
• Take in live feeds and coordinate interviews
• Create and publish content to digital and social media platforms as needed
Qualifications / Requirements :
Required :
• Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or related field, or equivalent training and / or experience
• At least two years working a major market newsroom assignment desk (or equivalent experience)
• Outstanding editorial skills, interpersonal communication skills, and time management skills
• Working knowledge of AP Style and social media platforms
• Scheduling flexibility is required
Preferred :
• Experience as a producer, photographer, or reporter / MMJ
• Basic knowledge of video and still photography and editing
• Experience with ENPS preferred
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to , 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 )
WANF-TV / Gray Media, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info :
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to fully vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday.
Last updated : 2026-0+-14
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