Assignment Editor Jobs in Virginia

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 - Now Hiring

  • King George, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • King George, VA
  • 1 day 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 - Garment Sorter

  • Bedford, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bedford, VA
  • 2 days ago

Requisition Number: 199144 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Production Associate - Garment Sorter to support the Rental Division. The Garment Sorter is responsible for safely and accurately...

Distribution Center Production Associate

  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 2 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...

Associate Producer, The National News Desk

  • Arlington, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for a dynamic Associate Producer for a Washington, D.C.-based national evening newscast. Our goal is to offer audiences on multiple platforms something different. The kind of...

Trimmer Production Associate

  • Stanley, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Stanley, VA
  • 4 days ago

Job Description: Trim Repair Attention to details - Stacks of doors enter work area on conveyor, performs visual quality check of entire stack, repairs newly and previously identified doors with...

Editor-in-Chief - Charlottesville Media Group

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 4 days ago

Editor-in-Chief Immediate Opening Full-Time Position Charlottesville Media Group and CvilleRightNow.com are looking for an experienced, driven, digital-savvy journalism leader to be part of our...

Editor in Chief of Cville Right Now

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 4 days ago

Immediate Opening - Full-Time Position Charlottesville Media Group and CvilleRightNow.com are looking for an experienced, driven, digital-savvy journalism leader to be part of our quickly growing,...

Production Associate Nights

  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 5 days ago

Production Associate Nights Req #2253 Harrisonburg, VA, USA Job Description Posted Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 10:00 PM | Expires Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 9:59 PM Our Safety Culture: The safety...

Layup Production Associate

  • Stanley, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Stanley, VA
  • 7 days ago

Job Description: Layup Bottom End Assembly Read ticket and understand door construction build. Slide/push/pull/pick up cull board on to lift table. Retrieve materials from glue spreader, use...

Production Associate Lead - Night Shift - WPL B

  • Prince George, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Prince George, VA
  • 7 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 - Heat Seal Operator

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 8 days ago

Production Associate - Heat Seal Operator Cintas - 3.2 Portsmouth, VA Job Details Full-time Estimated: $30.2K - $38.2K a year 23 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing AD&D insurance Paid holidays...

Multimedia Copy Editor & Designer

  • Richmond, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 8 days ago

Multimedia Copy Editor & Designer Richmond, VA, USA Req #4423 Thursday, November 19, 2020 The Richmond Times-Dispatch is looking for a versatile multi-media and multi-talented copy editor and page...

Assistant News Director

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 8 days ago

The Assistant News Director assists the News Director with all aspects of news, weather and sports programming production, and serves as the News Director in his/her absence. Assists the News...

Production Associate - Garment Hanger/Inspector

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 8 days ago

Requisition Number: 197901 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Production Associate - Garment Hanger/Inspector to support the Rental Division. The Garment Hanger/Inspector is responsible for...

Production Associate

  • Stanley, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Stanley, VA
  • 10 days ago

Job Description: Trim Operator Sets up and stages saw by scanning tickets barcodes (line item on order) into computer. From computer screen determines how to set-up/adjust guides on saw to...

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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 Virginia

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Highest Education Level

Assignment Editors in Virginia 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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