Assignment Editor - Seasonal bei Univision

ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:

TelevisaUnivision is seeking a talented Assignment Editor with a dynamic and creative attitude.

Position is represented by LAN

YOUR DAY-DAY:

• Monitor news sources continuously: wire services, scanners, social media, public agencies, community contacts, tips.

• Identify breaking, developing, and enterprise stories; generate and vet story ideas.

• Dispatch reporters, photographers, and crews to field coverage; coordinate logistics of their assignments.

• Coordinate with digital/social media teams to ensure content is optimized across platforms.

• Edit video clips, trim or prep content for producers when needed. May also write or edit copy for web/digital platforms.

• Maintain relationships with sources & community contacts. Possibly do outreach to cultivate tips & stories.

• Participate in editorial meetings / assignment planning; communicate news coverage plans to newsroom staff.

• Work under tight deadlines; when breaking news occurs, be ready to adjust assignments, move crews, reallocate resources.

• Handle viewer input: phone tips, social media messages; sometimes deal with sensitive or high‑stress situations.

YOU HAVE:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the Assignment Desk

• Possess extensive experience in and proven strategies for sourcing and sharing content through social media.

• Fluent in Spanish (read and write)

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, type, and sit for up to (8) hours

TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.