Bureau Assignment Editor 2-DC, DC-News Assignment

Posting Job Title Bureau Assignment Editor 2-DC, DC-News Assignment TimeWarner Division Turner Broadcasting Industry Advertising Cable/Broadcast Television Networks Online Content/Services Location United States - District of Columbia - Washington Requisition # 115427BR Position Type Full Time Posting Job Description Qualifications: Two years experience at the network level in Washington, preferably as an assignment editor or at similar level. Sound news judgment; Understanding of CNN newsgathering; Understanding of Washington, DC, the government and the key players; Strong logistical ability; understanding of network pools; Willingness to work long hours on occasion; Ability to initiate story ideas;  Able to think quickly and act decisively in breaking news situations; Able to handle constant changes in planning and deadline; Able to handle intense pressure; Able to work in a group environment while pursuing common goals. Duties: Responsibilities include negotiating and coordinating the movements of all newsgathering field personnel; tracking and following daily news stories in Washington, D.C.; coordinating coverage with newsroom producers, units within the Bureau and the Atlanta assignment desk as well as with members of the network pool. Job assignments may vary from the highly logistical to the editorial. Must be able to plan, coordinate and communicate at many different levels. The ability to leverage resources for maximum efficiency, while priorities change rapidly is crucial. Must have the ability to keep a positive attitude in a stressful environment. Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers.

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Category:	Communications
	> Editor
Location:	Washington, DC
County:	District Of Columbia County
ZIP Code:	20001
Pay Rate:	Open
Job Terms:	full time
Company:	Time Warner
Phone:	email only please
Fax:	email only please