Assignment Editor
HearstWinter Park, Florida, United States • Orlando, Florida, United States
Posted December 4, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Hearst is a global media and information services company leading with purpose, integrity and innovation across diverse sectors like healthcare and finance.
Job Description
We are seeking a driven individual to join our team as an Assignment Editor at WESH 2, the NBC affiliate in Orlando, Florida. As an Assignment Editor, you will be responsible for gathering and organizing press releases, emails, phone calls, and viewer tips to create compelling content for all digital platforms and newscasts.
Requirements
- Experience listening to emergency scanners
- Experience with digital platforms, especially social media
- Familiar with local newsgathering technology and terminology
- Ability to gather information from multiple sources simultaneously and quickly push it out to anchors, reporters, producers, and digital producers
- Ability to remain calm and level-headed during breaking news situations
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) matching
- Emotional Wellness Support
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- LGBTQ+ Health Services
