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How much do news assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for news assistant in Indiana is $44,401.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,700.00 and $45,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a news assistant do?

In newspaper publishing and news broadcasting, a news assistant provides administrative and clerical support to the news editor, editorial staff, or writers. In this career, you collect and circulate interdepartmental communications, draft press releases, create a summary of the day’s events for senior writers or editors, and occasionally, report on breaking stories or assist with research. As a news assistant in TV or radio, you may be responsible for providing reporters with scripts or other content to be presented on the air.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a news assistant, and why are they important?

To excel as a News Assistant, you need strong research abilities, attention to detail, and a relevant degree in journalism or communications. Familiarity with newsroom software, digital content management systems, and audio/video editing tools is often required. Excellent organizational skills, adaptability, and effective communication help you manage tight deadlines and support newsroom operations. These competencies are essential for ensuring accurate information gathering and efficient workflow in fast-paced news environments.

What is a news assistant?

News Assistants are entry-level professionals who support journalists, editors, and producers in newsrooms. They perform a variety of tasks such as researching information, fact-checking, transcribing interviews, organizing materials, and sometimes assisting with scheduling or logistics. News Assistants play a vital role in ensuring that news stories are accurate and produced efficiently. Their work helps streamline newsroom operations and allows reporters and editors to focus on content creation.

How do news assistants typically support newsroom operations on a daily basis?

News Assistants play a crucial role in keeping the newsroom running smoothly by handling a variety of support tasks. Their responsibilities often include researching background information, transcribing interviews, monitoring news wires, and helping reporters gather materials for stories. They frequently collaborate with journalists, editors, and producers to ensure accuracy and timeliness in news production. This role offers valuable hands-on experience and exposure to many aspects of journalism, making it an excellent starting point for those looking to advance in the field.

What is the difference between News Assistant vs Report Writer?

AspectNews AssistantReport Writer
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles prefer journalism or communication coursesBachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field
Work EnvironmentNewsrooms, media outlets, online mediaCorporate, government agencies, media organizations
Industry UsageCommonly employed in news organizations for assisting with news gathering and editingUsed across industries for creating detailed reports and documentation

While both roles involve communication skills, a News Assistant primarily supports news production in media outlets, focusing on gathering and editing news content. A Report Writer, on the other hand, creates detailed reports for various industries, often requiring more specialized writing skills and industry knowledge.

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Infographic showing various News Assistant job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,401 per year, or $21.3 per hour.

Boys High Assistant Track Coach

Perry Township School District

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

High School Boys' Assistant Track Coach
Position Purpose
To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training 
necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same 
time, the coach must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially 
acceptable character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride of 
accomplishment in the student athletes. To upgrade his/her knowledge and skills 
through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc. 
Essential Job Functions
  • Participates in the budgeting function with the athletic director by establishing requirements for the next season.
  • Recommends equipment guidelines as to type, style, color or technical specifications. 
  • Is responsible for operating within budget appropriations. 
  • Is accountable for all equipment and collects the cost of any equipment lost or not returned. 
  • Arranges for issuing, storing and reconditioning of equipment and submits annual inventory and current records concerning same. 
  • Properly marks and identifies all equipment before issuing or storing. 
  • Monitors equipment rooms and coaches' offices, authorizes who may enter, issue or requisition equipment. 
  • Permits the athletes to only be in authorized areas of the building at the appropriate times. 
  • Examines locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on general cleanliness of the facility. Responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of specific sport equipment. 
  • Secures all doors, lights, windows and locks before leaving building if custodians are not on duty. 
  • Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care and proper use. 
  • Organizes parents, coaches, players and guests for preseason meetings. 
  • Promotes the sport within the school through recruiting athletes who are not in another sports program and promotes the sport outside the school through news media, little league programs, or in any other feasible manner. 
  • Responsible for the quality, effectiveness and validity of any oral or written release to local media. 
  • Responsible for maintaining good public relations with news media, booster club, parents, officials, volunteers and fans. 
  • Presents information to news media concerning schedules, tournaments and results. 
 
Staff Responsibilities
  • Established the fundamental philosophy, skills and techniques to be taught by staff.
  • Design conferences, clinics and staff meetings to insure staff awareness of overall program. 
  • Trains and informs staff, encourages professional growth by encouraging clinic attendance according to local clinic policy. 
  • Delegates specific duties, supervises implementation and, at season's end, analyzes staff effectiveness and evaluates all assistants. 
  • Maintains discipline, adjusts grievances and works to increase morale and cooperation. 
  • Performs such other duties which may be assigned by the athletic director/principal. 
 
Administrative Responsibilities
  • Assists the athletic director in scheduling, providing transportation and requirements for tournament and special sport events. 
  • Assists in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times. Coordinates program with maintenance and school employees. 
  • Provides documentation to fulfill state and system requirements concerning physical examinations, parental consent and eligibility. 
  • Provides proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment sites. 
  • Advises the athletic director and recommends policy, method or procedural changes. 
 
Student Responsibilities
  • Serves as a mentor to each athlete to promote the development and demonstration in student athletes with character traits of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. 
  • Gives constant attention to a student athlete's grades and conduct. 
  • By his/her presence at all practices games and while traveling, provides assistance, guidance and safeguards for each participant. 
  • Provides training rules and any other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant. 
  • Initiates programs and policies concerning injuries, medical attention and emergencies. 
  • Completes paperwork on all disabling athletic injuries on proper forms and submits to athletic office within 24 hours. 
  • Directs student managers, assistants and statisticians. 
  • Determines discipline, delineates procedures concerning due process when the enforcement of discipline is necessary and contracts parents when a student is dropped or becomes ineligible. 
  • Assists athletes in their college or advanced educational selection. 
 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies.
  • Knowledge of existing system, state and league regulations; implements same consistently and interprets them for staff.  
  • Ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
  • Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field.
  • Ability to serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through his/ her instructions and actions.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards 
Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = Greater than 75%
Physical Requirement Percentage of Time           Ability to stand for extended periods of time.  Often Ability to lift 35 pounds.  Often Ability to carry 35 pounds.  Often Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of both arms and legs.  Very Frequent Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter.  Very Frequent Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation.  Very Frequent Ability to operate job-related equipment.  Very Frequent Ability to reach in all directions.  Very Frequent     
License/ Registration/ Certification
  • N/A

Education
  • High School Diploma or GED.

Experience
  • Previous experience is preferred.

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