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We're looking for a triple-threat utility player who is aggressive on the assignment desk in ... Decide which of the above will yield compelling content for newscasts * Assist news management with ...

We're looking for a triple-threat utility player who is aggressive on the assignment desk in ... Decide which of the above will yield compelling content for newscasts * Assist news management with ...

We're looking for a triple-threat utility player who is aggressive on the assignment desk in ... Decide which of the above will yield compelling content for newscasts * Assist news management with ...

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How much do assignment desk assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for assignment desk assistant in Nebraska is $14.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.75 and $15.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assignment Desk Assistant vs Newsroom Coordinator?

AspectAssignment Desk AssistantNewsroom Coordinator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles prefer journalism or communication courseworkSimilar; often requires related experience or education in journalism or media
Work EnvironmentNewsroom, fast-paced, deadline-drivenOffice setting within the newsroom, coordinating staff and resources
Primary ResponsibilitiesAssigning stories, managing reporters' schedules, tracking news developmentsOverseeing newsroom operations, coordinating between departments, managing schedules

The Assignment Desk Assistant primarily focuses on assigning news stories and managing reporters' schedules within the newsroom. In contrast, the Newsroom Coordinator has a broader role in overseeing overall newsroom operations and coordinating between departments. Both roles require similar credentials and work environments, but their scope of responsibilities differs, with the Assistant more involved in story assignment and the Coordinator in operational management.

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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

KETV, the ABC affiliate in Omaha, NE is looking for a versatile person to join our nightside team as Assignment Editor/ Producer. We're looking for a triple-threat utility player who is aggressive on the assignment desk in breaking news, can help publish content to our digital platforms, and has the editorial judgment and abilities to fill in as a producer. You will find distinctive enterprise stories, oversee crews, and help with day-to-day logistics and planning. As a newsroom leader your impact sets us apart. You will report to the News Director.

Responsibilities

  • Listen to multiple police scanners which cover more than a dozen agencies throughout our market-must have great "scanner ears"
  • Keep track of crews in the field and communicate with them
  • Gather and organize press releases, emails, phone calls and viewer tips. Decide which of the above will yield compelling content for newscasts
  • Assist news management with content gathering and planning
  • Furnish content and post it to all digital platforms-including sending push alerts, and publishing to Facebook, X, YouTube, and Instagram.
  • Fill in as a line producer as needed 

Requirements

  • Experience listening to police scanners
  • Experience with digital platforms, especially social media. You will monitor multiple social media accounts to gather content and communicate with news makers
  • Experience with Pacer, Nexis, and looking up court cases preferred
  • Able to create and maintain professional working relationships with newsmakers
  • Must gather information from multiple sources simultaneously and quickly push it out to anchors, reporters, producers, and digital editors
  • Able to remain calm and level-headed during breaking news situations
  • Previous line producing experience preferred
  • Willing to work a variety of shifts including weekends and nights
  • Related military experience will be considered

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

  • Medical | Dental | Vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Emotional Wellness Support
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • LGBTQ+ Health Services
  • Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.