Assignment Editor Jobs in La Porte, TX

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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KPRC

Editor

  • KPRC
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • KPRC
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 6 days ago

KPRC 2 is at the forefront of innovative news delivery, committed to informing and connecting with our community through compelling storytelling. We are currently seeking a creative and driven...

Meat Packing Production Associate

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 5 hours ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! THE STOCK YARDS STORY Weve been providing chefs with expertly...

News Editor

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 2 days ago

NEWS EDITOR TEGNA Inc. - 2.8 Houston, TX Job Details Part-time | Full-time Estimated: $40.6K - $52.9K a year 16 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental...

Food Production Associate

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 2 days ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

Associate Producer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 6 days ago

KTRK-TV, the Disney TV station located in Houston, TX is looking for an aggressive, motivated and dedicated Associate Producer who is ready for the next step in their career. Our Associate...

General Production Associate

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Production Associate - 2nd Shift** Adecco is hiring for Production Associates in Houston, Tx. As a Production Associate, you will be responsible for executing tasks involved in our manufacturing...

Associate Producer, KTRK

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 7 days ago

KTRK-TV, the Disney TV station located in Houston, TX is looking for an aggressive, motivated and dedicated Associate Producer who is ready for the next step in their career. Our Associate...

Production Associate (Cylinder Processor)

  • Pasadena, TX (9 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (9 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Linde Gas & Equipment Inc Production Associate (Cylinder Processor) Location\: Pasadena, TX Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. is seeking a Production Associate to join our team! This role will fill,...

Production Associate 2nd Shift

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Company Description Job Description JOB DETAILS Base pay starts at $17.50 per hour 2nd Shift starts: 6:00pm The Production Associate I is integral to our company's product manufacturing process....

Production Associate (2pm-10:30pm)

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 13 days ago

Clorox is the place that's committed to growth - for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can...

Production Associate (Cylinder Filler)

  • La Porte, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • La Porte, TX
  • 14 days ago

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety...

Post Production Manager - Houston

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 17 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 17 days ago

About Carvana At Carvana, we sell cars but we aren't car salesmen. Our promise is simple: we won't sell a car to a customer that we wouldn't sell to our own Mom. Period. To make sure our car's are...

Senior Software Engineering and Programming Associate

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 18 days ago

Senior Software Engineering and Programming Associate Baylor College of Medicine, United States 1 day ago Location: Houston, TEXAS Job Description Apply now Job Title: Senior Software Engineering...

Production Associate - Houston, TX

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 18 days ago

Goodyear. More Driven. IMMEDIATELY HIRING!!! APPLY TODAY!!! For more than a century, Goodyear has led the industry in manufacturing innovative tires that deliver the highest level of performance...

Production Associate (Cylinder Maintenance)

  • La Porte, TX
  • 21 days ago
  • La Porte, TX
  • 21 days ago

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety...

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Salary for Assignment Editor Jobs in La Porte, TX

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Highest Education Level

Assignment Editors in La Porte, TX 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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