Assignment Editor / Digital Producer - WFOX TV

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Assignment Editor / Digital Producer - WFOX TV

Location : FL-Jacksonville

Job Title : Assignment Editor / Digital Producer - WFOX TV

Position Overview

Do you work effectively across multiple mediums? Can you combine journalistic know-how with versatile media skills?

An Assignment Editor / Digital Producer for WFOX TV Jacksonville is a skilled writer and editor, with the ability to dig for story ideas and handle breaking news. They assign reporters and photographers to stories, coordinate logistics and provide them with accurate information needed to produce their stories.

They operate as an integral member of the content center, which manages daily news coverage on air and online.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Field phone calls and news tips, sort through emails, dispatch crews for breaking news and communicate with law enforcement / government officials as needed to confirm developments

Gather, create and post content accurately and timely onto digital platforms in support of our digital strategies

Write web stories, manage placement of content on the website, and post to our social media channels

Constantly monitor web and social analytics and use social tools to make strategic decisions

Work with reporters and photographers to gather material that will enhance digital stories

Cull social media sites for comments and content to help drive and enhance our editorial process

Track story developments, both local and national, and communicate with the newsroom throughout the day

Minimum Qualifications

Strong writer with the ability to flourish in a fast-paced newsroom environment

Decisive decision maker who can turn stories under strict deadlines

Knowledge of web content management systems and social media platforms

Creative and innovative use of social media

About Cox Media Group

CMG Media Corporation (d / b / a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit

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