Assignment Editor

We are hiring an Assignment Editor to join a top entertainment company in Bristol, CT.

• This freelance role will be running until April 2027 with potential to extend and will be fully onsite.
• Schedule days will vary, with regular shifts from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM and occasional shifts from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
• Pay Rate: $30.50/HR

Responsibilities:

• Gathers news; disseminates information among all other production staff; acting as liaison for inter-show, and inter-corporate dealings; advance planning for show/company events; hires freelance crews; reacts to breaking news stories
• Reacts to breaking news on an immediate basis and gathers story related materials (sound and video) on a timely basis
• Being informed and up-to-date on sporting events and sports knowledge
• Clears social media content for platforms
• Advanced planning for show as well as news gathering projects
• Daily planning for studio shows – after daily prioritizing of events
• Coordinates remote and studio events, creating synergy between remote and studio productions.
• Collaborates with Domestic and International regions as well as other networks on breaking news stories, sharing information video or sound
• Possessed depth knowledge of ENG and SNG crew/trucks as well as booking satellite and fiber feeds or any other
• Digital form like IP, Cellular, FTP and viral newsgathering procedures for booking purposes
• Works well in a team setting, shows initiative and problem solving skills; takes direction from Assignment Desk management, coordinating producers, news editors, producers and senior Editors
• Stays informed and up-to-date on sporting events and has above-average sports knowledge

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of Three years’ experience in a television related field required
• Strong knowledge of sports, superior interpersonal and communication skills, technical knowledge of TV production and electronic newsgathering with capacity of handle high-volume email and phone traffic
• Strong knowledge of international sports, especially basic understanding of international Soccer leagues,.
• Demonstrated initiative and positive, solution-oriented outlook
• Advance ability to organize and prioritize, commitment to accuracy and attention to detail
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs: Outlook, Excel, Word

The Solomon Page Distinction Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.