CNN seeks an assignment editor, National Assignment Desk

CNN seeks a News Editor for the National Assignment Desk. CNN News Editors pitch, research, and facilitate stories for all CNN Platforms. As a news editor at CNN, you are making the calls to report out stories and confirm details. You will work with a team of news editor along with bureau teams for television and digital platforms from our newsroom in Atlanta.

Your Role Accountabilities…

• Generate news leads via traditional and new media platforms, possessing good judgment to evaluate engaging stories including via social media, along with strong writing skills and ability to report stories under deadline.
• Foster relationships with newsgathering partners and work closely with field personnel and executive teams to develop and execute high-quality journalism.
• Strong understanding of social media, vetting third party material and utilizing social and digital resources to confirm and deliver news to viewers/readers.
• Work collaboratively and report out stories during breaking news coverage.

Qualifications & Experience…

• 4-6 years of Newsroom experience or related news media field.
• Strong writing and research skills, proven editorial judgment.
• Able to work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient use of social media platforms for newsgathering skills.
• Newsgathering experience in traditional and digital/social mediums.
• Schedule flexibility to work overnights and weekends as the national assignment desk is staffed 24/7/365
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Undergraduate degree in journalism/related field or commensurate experience is preferred.

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