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Do workers at Cox Media Group get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
50% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Does Cox Media Group pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
73% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

At Cox Media Group, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
67% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and March 2026.

Is the health insurance from Cox Media Group affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
78% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Cox Media Group?

Most people get paid time off work.
86% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and March 2026.

Do workers at Cox Media Group worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
88% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and January 2026.

Do Cox Media Group workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
43% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and January 2026.

How easy is it for Cox Media Group workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
40% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and January 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Cox Media Group?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
89% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do Cox Media Group managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
100% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and January 2026.

Do jobs at Cox Media Group spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
14% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and January 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Cox Media Group?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
91% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Is working at Cox Media Group good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
67% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and December 2025.

Do people at Cox Media Group feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
82% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people at Cox Media Group get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
56% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and February 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Cox Media Group?

Most people feel stressed here.
82% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people at Cox Media Group enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
67% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and February 2026.

Do people at Cox Media Group recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
64% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Cox Media Group?

Most people got enough training when they started.
67% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Cox Media Group?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 50% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people think Cox Media Group’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
89% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Cox Media Group is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
67% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

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Assignment Editor - WFTV Orlando

Cox Media Group

Orlando, FL

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Cox Media Group rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

47th of 78 rated media

Job description

Location: FL-Orlando-South

Job Title:  Assignment Editor - WFTV Orlando

Position Overview

WFTV Channel 9, the leading news station in Central Florida, is seeking a highly motivated, organized and experienced Assignment Editor to join our dynamic news team!

The ideal candidate is someone who can collaborate with newsroom staff and play a critical role in the daily newsgathering process, responsible for identifying, assigning, and coordinating news coverage for all platforms (broadcast, digital, social). This person must have strong editorial judgment, excellent communication skills, strong organizational skills, top-notch logistics coordination and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. You must work well under pressure, meet strict deadlines and respond urgently in breaking news. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • See the big picture and understand the significance of editorial content
  • Attend daily editorial meetings, documenting and tracking reporter and photographer assignments in iNews and production planning systems
  • Responsible for logistics: working directly with reporters, photographers, producers, managers, and the Content Center to determine daily news priorities and assignments
  • Dispatch news crews and manage logistics including live gear assignment, parking and access
  • Manage and update the newsroom's assignment desk system, ensuring all story information, contacts, and assignments and photog live sheets are accurate and up to date
  • Communicate with broadcast and digital producers, field crews, and managers
  • Coordinate with Newsone/ABC affiliates, management of CMG share list, Florida partners, and other media organizations across the country, including Cox Radio
  • Conduct story research, fact-check information, maintain awareness of ongoing stories and daily identify follow-up opportunities
  • Plan and execute weekday, weekend and news special coverage on all platforms
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Creating and publishing content to digital and social media platforms
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with local law enforcement, fire departments, government agencies, and community contacts
  • Monitor scanners and social media, wire services, and internal tips to identify breaking news
  • Field incoming calls and emails from the public, assessing news value and directing appropriately
  • Assign photographers to edit anchor packages, retracks or other shooting duties 
  • Routine interruptions and unforeseen assignments are to be expected
  • Ensure compliance with journalistic ethics and legal standards
  • The schedule may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overnights
  • Expected to work under deadline constraints and meet precise deadlines
Minimum Qualifications
  • At least 2-years of experience on a newsroom assignment desk or similar newsgathering role, preferably in a top 20 market.
  • Exceptional news judgment and ability to quickly assess the importance of events.
  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to multi-task, strong organizational and communication skills.
  • The ideal candidate is someone who can work well with newsroom staff and have technical knowledge of newsgathering resources
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently when necessary.
  • Strong understanding of AP-style writing
  • Strong knowledge of social media platforms
  • Physical demands and essential physical abilities include: a combination of physical work (standing, walking, lifting and carrying items such as laptop computers, pulling file drawers)
  • Knowledge of the local market is a plus
  • BA or equivalent professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with iNews or similar newsroom content management systems.
  • Familiarity with digital news platforms and social media best practices for news dissemination.

About Cox Media Group 
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com

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