Assignment Editor Jobs in Georgia

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 I - 2nd shift

  • Conyers, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Conyers, GA
  • 1 day ago

Position: Production Associate I Location: Conyers, GA Pay: Starting rate $18.30/hr +$1.50 shift diff for 2nd shift Shift: 2nd shift (3pm - 11:30pm) From a small family business to a multi-billion...

Production Associate: Retread Tire Technician - Bremen, GA

  • Bremen, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bremen, GA
  • 1 day ago

Production Associate: Retread Tire Technician - Bremen, GA Date: Apr 18, 2025 Location: Bremen, GA, US, 30110 Company: Goodyear Job Req ID: JR-40095156 Goodyear. More Driven. IMMEDIATELY HIRING!!!...

Production Associate - Now Hiring

  • McDonough, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • McDonough, GA
  • 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...

Lead Production Associate

  • Duluth, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Duluth, GA
  • 2 days ago

We are currently recruiting Production Working Lead postion in Duluth. Our client is a print and fulfilment company. The shift will be from 3:00 PM - 1:30 AM (Monday - Thursday, some Friday and...

Production Associate III (Break Person) 2nd shift

  • Savannah, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Savannah, GA
  • 2 days ago

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS. Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the...

Production Associate - Garment Hanger/Inspector

  • Decatur, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Decatur, GA
  • 2 days ago

Requisition Number: 203188 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Production Associate - Garment Hanger/Inspector to support the Rental Division. The Garment Hanger/Inspector is responsible for...

Employee Health & Benefits Production Associate

  • Columbus, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 2 days ago

Our not-so-secret sauce. Award-winning, inclusive, Top Workplace culture doesnt happen overnight. Its a result of hard work by extraordinary people. More than 11,000 of the industrys brightest...

Production Associate 1st Shift

  • Peachtree City, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Peachtree City, GA
  • 3 days ago

Company Description Job Description JOB DETAILS Base pay starts at $16.00 per hour Shoe Voucher AFTER 90 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT Shifts: 1ST Shift Hours 6:00am to 4:30pm Monday through Thursday (Friday...

Production Associate

  • Gainesville, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 3 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 - 1st Shift, Austell

  • Austell, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Austell, GA
  • 3 days ago

Marathon Staffing is seeking candidates for Contract, 1st Shift, Production Associate positions available immediately in Austell, GA! Duties include, but may not be limited to: Operating...

Production Associate - Day Shift

  • Lithia Springs, GA
  • 4 days ago
  • Lithia Springs, GA
  • 4 days ago

**This role is not open for submissions from outside staffing agencies** Production Associate - Day Shift Located At 660 Campbell Court Lithia Springs, GA 30122 What Brought You Here Pay:...

Assignment Editor - Wanf

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago

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...

Production Associate Lead - Live Hang- Day Shift (Perry Harvest) 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars Perry, GA 31069 Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating...

Production Associate - Garment Fulfillment Associate

  • Decatur, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Decatur, GA
  • 7 days ago

Requisition Number: 203191 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Production Associate - Garment Fulfillment Associate to support the Rental Division. The Garment Fulfillment Associate is responsible...

Associate Producer, CNN Digital Production

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery the stuff dreams are made of. Who We Are When we say, the stuff dreams are made of, we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or...

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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...
Shift Creation and Assignment
Learn how to easily create, manage, and automate the assignment of shifts with our dedicated guide for varied work schedules. This module includes the following lessons: Get to Know Shifts Create...
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...

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Salary for Assignment Editor Jobs in Georgia

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Highest Education Level

Assignment Editors in Georgia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
69.5%
Master's Degree
15.4%
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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