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Assignment Desk Assistant Jobs in Washington, DC

Fox

Freelance Assignment Editor

Washington, DC

Coordinate directly with show producers, field producers, photographers, and FOX News Assignment Desk to accommodate requests for reporters * Assist in tracking and logging of DC news events with an ...

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Washington DC Director of Photography Apprenticeship

Washington, DC · On-site

$35K/yr

Assignment Desk is offering a unique pathway and opportunity for individuals who love to shoot and ... You will be working as a camera assist, running audio, and lighting, etc. Anything and everything ...

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Field Producer- NewsNation DC

Washington, DC · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

... the assignment desk clearly communicating needs and expectations Be proactive about solving ... Assist bureau management in daily and long-term scheduling of personnel and editorial planning ...

Charlestowne Hotels

FRONT DESK AGENT

Washington, DC · On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

Conduct pre-assignment of hotel rooms, which includes VIPs, repeat guests, all packages, and any ... Knowledgeable of immediate area, services, attractions, and events and assist with Concierge ...

Charlestowne Hotels

Front Desk Agent

Washington, DC · On-site

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

Conduct pre-assignment of hotel rooms, which includes VIPS, repeat guests, all packages, and any ... Knowledgeable of immediate area, services, attractions, and events and assist with Concierge ...

Hotel Nell

Front Desk Agent

Washington, DC · On-site

$15.75 - $20/hr

Conduct pre-assignment of hotel rooms, which includes VIPS, repeat guests, all packages, and any ... Knowledgeable of immediate area, services, attractions, and events and assist with Concierge ...

Charlestowne Hotels

Front Desk Agent

Washington, DC · On-site

$15.75 - $20/hr

Conduct pre-assignment of hotel rooms, which includes VIPS, repeat guests, all packages, and any ... Knowledgeable of immediate area, services, attractions, and events and assist with Concierge ...

NetCov

Service Desk Specialist II

Arlington, VA · On-site

$59K - $80K/yr

Manage client IT systems and adhere to service level agreements * Assist with root-cause analysis ... Support other NetCov clients in addition to the dedicated client assignment as determined by NetCov ...

Cogent People Inc

Help Desk Jr. Analyst

Columbia, MD · On-site

$20 - $27.25/hr

Clearance Requirement Public Trust required or ability to obtain, depending on assignment. About ... Provide Tier 1 intake support for system users. * Assist users with system access, navigation, and ...

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How much do assignment desk assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for assignment desk assistant in Washington, DC is $17.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $17.98 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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Infographic showing various Assignment Desk Assistant job openings in Washington, DC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,676 per year, or $17.2 per hour.

Freelance Assignment Editor

Washington, DC

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Posted 6 days ago

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News MediaFOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a highly motivated, proactive Freelance Assignment Editor with an interest in financial and political news to join our FOX Business Assignment Desk in the Washington, DC Bureau. The Freelance Assignment Editor works with a team of people to help coordinate daily news coverage, which includes adjusting crews to cover news and responding to cover a consistent flow of events at the Capitol, White House, Treasury, Federal Reserve, and other agencies based in DC.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work with the FBN Assignment Desk in NYC and DC to help coordinate daily business & political news coverage

  • Monitoring both traditional & social media for breaking news stories, and sending out major developments network-wide

  • Identify relevant news videos and soundbites for breaking news stories

  • Booking crews for daily reporter and guest coverage

  • Draft and distribute planning information to field, show, and network personnel

  • Coordinate directly with show producers, field producers, photographers, and FOX News Assignment Desk to accommodate requests for reporters

  • Assist in tracking and logging of DC news events with an emphasis on guiding employees to flag and highlight news developments

  • Reach out to agencies, government departments, and FOX personnel to gather and confirm information


WHAT YOU WILL NEED

  • A Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience

  • Strong editorial judgment and interest in business news

  • Familiarity with various DC government agencies

  • Ability to identify where to get the latest financial data & editorial information

  • Knowledge of and experience covering national breaking news stories and coordination of field teams

  • Attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize daily, especially in breaking news situations

  • Willingness to work late shifts, early mornings, and weekends, as needed

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $30.00-40.00 per hour.

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