Assignment Editor Jobs in Michigan

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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WDIV Local 4s internship program: How to apply

  • WDIV
  • Detroit, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • WDIV
  • Detroit, MI
  • 11 days ago

They must also major in a field related to broadcasting or the station's operations. Interns must have completed at least their freshman year of college and beat least 18 years of age....

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Production Associate - Move to Warroad, MN

  • Marvin
  • East Lansing, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • East Lansing, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Job Overview: Discover Warroad - a small town in northern Minnesota where community and opportunity come together. Enjoy affordable housing, a new daycare center, year-round outdoor recreation and...

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Production Associate - Garment Hanger/Inspector - 2nd Shift - $16/Hour

  • Cintas
  • Lansing, MI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 1 hour ago

Requisition Number: 227279 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Production Associate - Garment Hanger/Inspector to support the Rental Division. The Garment Hanger/Inspector is responsible for...

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Production Associate - 2nd Shift

  • Randstad
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 1 hour ago

Wanna Turn Flavor into a Future? As a Food Production Associate, you will produce and assemble products and ingredients according to specifications. You will operate and maintain machinery to...

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Production Associate - 3rd Shift

  • Randstad
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 1 hour ago

Wanna turn flavor into a future? As a Food Production Associate, you're the missing link between raw ingredients and hungry customers, taking ownership of the entire process from mixing specs to...

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Production Associate - 1st Shift

  • Randstad
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 1 hour ago

Wanna Turn Flavor into a Future? As a Food Production Associate, you will produce and assemble products and ingredients according to specifications. You will operate and maintain machinery to...

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Content Producer

  • Spectrum Health
  • Southfield, MI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Southfield, MI
  • 7 hours ago

The Content Producer manages and oversees all creative including pre-production, production and post-production of a particular project. This role is creative and executes the final result. Duties...

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Production Assistant

  • Spectrum Health
  • Southfield, MI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Southfield, MI
  • 7 hours ago

The Production Assistant assists in all aspects of the pre-production, production and post-production day-to-day needs. Duties include but are not limited to logging footage, transcribing...

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Production Associate - Garment Hanger/Inspector

  • Cintas
  • Westland, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Westland, MI
  • 1 day ago

Requisition Number: 227086 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Production Associate - Garment Hanger/Inspector to support the Rental Division. The Garment Hanger/Inspector is responsible for...

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Production Associate - Garment Hanger/Inspector - $16.50+/Hour

  • Cintas
  • Macomb, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Macomb, MI
  • 2 days ago

Requisition Number: 227322 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Production Associate - Garment Hanger/Inspector to support the Rental Division. The Garment Hanger/Inspector is responsible for...

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Production Associate - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 2 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...

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Production Associate - Utility III - $15.50/Hour

  • Cintas
  • Lansing, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 5 days ago

Requisition Number: 226875 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Production Associate - Utility III to support the Rental Division. This position is responsible for performing a variety of...

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Assignment Editor

  • Viacom CBS
  • Southfield, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Southfield, MI
  • 6 days ago

ASSIGNMENT EDITOR CBS 62 (WWJ-TV) and CW50 (WKBD-TV), the CBS News and Stations owned & operated in the #14 television market Detroit, is seeking a skilled news professional who is committed to delivering...

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Sales Production Associate - Niles - PT

  • Goodwill Industries of Michiana
  • Niles, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Niles, MI
  • 7 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Store - Niles - Niles, MI 49120Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: NoneSalary Range: $13.73 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: RetailJob...

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Sales Production Associate - Niles - FT

  • Goodwill Industries of Michiana
  • Niles, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Niles, MI
  • 7 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Store - Niles - Niles, MI 49120Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: NoneSalary Range: $13.73 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: RetailJob...

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Salary for Assignment Editor Jobs in Michigan

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Highest Education Level

Assignment Editors in Michigan offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
69.4%
Master's Degree
15.5%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
High School or GED
3.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.3%


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