Assignment Editor Jobs in Kentucky

An Assignment Editor in the broadcasting industry serves as the primary point of contact for news, stories, and events that the news station covers. They are tasked with deciding what stories are of interest to the audience, assigning reporters and photographers to cover those stories, and ensuring that all assignments are completed on time. They also manage the logistical aspects such as coordinating with other departments, making travel arrangements, and handling other administrative duties. They play a vital role in the newsroom, often juggling multiple tasks at once and making quick decisions under pressure.

Strong communication skills, excellent judgment, multitasking ability, and the capacity to work under intense pressure are critical skills for an Assignment Editor. A degree in journalism, communications, or a related field is often required. Additionally, knowledge of news production software and social media platforms is beneficial. Prior to becoming an Assignment Editor, a person may have roles such as a News Reporter, News Producer, or News Photographer. These roles offer the necessary experience in a newsroom environment and provide a solid understanding of what makes a story newsworthy, both of which are essential for an Assignment Editor.

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Production Associate - 18.18/hour starting wage-18.82 after 90 days.

  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 1 hour ago

Please know that the plant is scheduled for a major closure in December 2025. Job Summary Performs various production related activities in a safe manner to insure quality products in such areas...

Production Associate - Night Shift

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 1 day ago

Quanex is looking for a Production Associate to join our Night Shift team located in Bowling Green, Kentucky. In this role you are responsible for performing assigned production functions...

Production Associate

  • Richmond, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Richmond, KY
  • 2 days ago

Production Associate *If interested, text/call Nathan at ...* Job Description This position involves general loading and unloading, assisting the machine operator, and sorting parts into crates....

Production Associate - Utility IV

  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 2 days ago

Requisition Number: 197621 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Production Associate - Utility IV to support the Rental Division. This position is responsible for performing a variety of production...

Warehouse / Production Associate

  • Hebron, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Hebron, KY
  • 2 days ago

Express Employment Professionals in Florence, KY. I am working with a local manufacturing company that offers upward mobility. My client is located near Hebron, KY and has a need for a Warehouse...

Production Associate - Now Hiring

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 3 days ago

Ready to expand your horizons in a safe, collaborative and highly productive work environment? Ready for weekly pay, employee perks and full benefits, too? We're hiring (and training) production...

Production Associate- Spanish- Trainer /Translator - 3rd Shift

  • Beaver Dam, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Beaver Dam, KY
  • 4 days ago

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way...

Production Associate- Creole Translator - Trainer - 1st Shift

  • Beaver Dam, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Beaver Dam, KY
  • 4 days ago

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way...

Distribution Center Production Associate

  • Williamsburg, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Williamsburg, KY
  • 4 days ago

Company Overview Firestone Airide, specializes in air spring manufacturing and technology with a history of more than 80 years of research and development on technologically advanced air springs...

Production Associate

  • London, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • London, KY
  • 6 days ago

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold, Brownberry or Oroweat bread? A Thomas' English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee, Entenmann's or Marinela cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then...

Production Associate

  • Florence, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Florence, KY
  • 8 days ago

About The Company Our founders, food industry veterans Mike and Tisha, knew that food wasn't what it used to be. They wanted to make it better-by creating a new kind of farm. A farm that can grow...

Requisition Number: 198612 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Production Associate Garment/Linen/Bulk Product Folder to support the Rental Division. The Product Folder is responsible for folding...

Production Associate - 3rd shift

  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 9 days ago

Are you ready to kick-start your career journey with Nesco Resource at Altec Industries in Elizabethtown? We're on the lookout for driven individuals who crave more than just a job – those who...

Production Associate - Utility IV - 2nd Shift

  • Cumberland, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Cumberland, KY
  • 10 days ago

Requisition Number: 198291 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Production Associate - Utility IV to support the Rental Division. This position is responsible for performing a variety of production...

Associate News Producer [Lexington]

  • Lexington, KY
  • 12 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 12 days ago

Associate News Producer ASSOCIATE NEWS PRODUCER (F/T) - WKYT About Gray Media: Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television,...

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Assignment Editor Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Shooting on Assignment
Go on assignment with Bob Holmes for a front row seat to how he works in the field. Bob Holmes is joined by Marc Silber, as he prepares for and heads out on an assignment to photograph California...
The Wholesaler's Assignment of Contract
One of the biggest concerns of people wanting to become a wholesaler is "where do i get the contract?" This course will provide the contract that you can use in all 50 states and will give you the...
Giving Yourself a Photography Assignment
Step out of your normal routine and out of doors with Joe Glyda, a commercial photographer best known for his food photography, as he shares a super fun and simple way to think differently about...

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Salary for Assignment Editor Jobs in Kentucky

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Highest Education Level

Assignment Editors in Kentucky offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
69.6%
Master's Degree
15.3%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
High School or GED
3.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.3%


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