News Desk Assistant

Duties

• Works with an assignment editor and other news department personnel in a support capacity. This is an entry-level position that not all TV stations have.
• Collects press releases and helps select the most interesting ones, fields phone calls, performs research, coordinates video feeds, fact checks and monitors social media for ideas on news coverage.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in and grasp of current world events.
• Knowledgeable about social media and proficient in business software (i.e., Microsoft Office).

Experience Level

• A bachelor's degree in broadcast television, journalism or a related field.
• A minimum of six months of TV experience, including internships in a news or talk show environment.