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Assignment Manager

Milwaukee, WI

$143K/yr

When you start a career with Hearst Television, not only will you work amongst passionate ... editors * Willing to work a variety of shifts including weekends and nights * Related military ...

Assignment Manager

Milwaukee, WI

$143K/yr

When you start a career with Hearst Television, not only will you work amongst passionate ... editors * Willing to work a variety of shifts including weekends and nights * Related military ...

Ability to collaborate with assignment editors in dispatching crews * Creative presentation style ... As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the ...

Ability to collaborate with assignment editors in dispatching crews * Creative presentation style ... As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the ...

News Producer

Needham, MA · On-site

$70K - $82K/yr

Ability to collaborate with assignment editors in dispatching crews * Creative presentation style ... As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the ...

KOAT, the Hearst affiliate in Albuquerque, NM, has an opening for a Local News Photographer. We are ... Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories * Shoot on assigned professional ...

Ability to collaborate with assignment editors in dispatching crews * Creative presentation style ... As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the ...

KOAT, the Hearst affiliate in Albuquerque, NM, has an opening for a Local News Photographer. We are ... Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories * Shoot on assigned professional ...

KOAT, the Hearst affiliate in Albuquerque, NM, has an opening for a Local News Photographer. We are ... Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories * Shoot on assigned professional ...

KOAT, the Hearst affiliate in Albuquerque, NM, has an opening for a Local News Photographer. We are ... Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories * Shoot on assigned professional ...

Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories * Shoot on assigned professional ... As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the ...

Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories * Shoot on assigned professional ... As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the ...

Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories * Shoot on assigned professional ... As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the ...

Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories * Shoot on assigned professional ... As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the ...

Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories * Shoot on assigned professional ... As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the ...

Collaborate with assignment editors, producers, reporters, photographers, editors, production staff ... Related military experience will be considered Values in Action At Hearst Television we tell ...

Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories * Shoot on assigned professional ... As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the ...

Collaborate with assignment editors, producers, reporters, photographers, editors, production staff ... Related military experience will be considered Values in Action At Hearst Television we tell ...

Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories * Shoot on assigned professional ... As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the ...

Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories * Shoot on assigned professional ... As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the ...

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What is it like to work at Hearst?

Hearst is a global media, information, and services company that values a collaborative and innovative work environment, fostering a culture of creativity and excellence. The company's diverse portfolio of brands and publications, including Cosmopolitan, Elle, and Harper's Bazaar, offers employees opportunities to work on a wide range of projects and contribute to the development of engaging content. Working at Hearst may appeal to candidates who are passionate about storytelling, journalism, and media, and who are looking for a dynamic and fast-paced work environment that values employee growth and development.

Do workers at Hearst get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
71% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Does Hearst pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
87% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

At Hearst, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
93% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Is the health insurance from Hearst affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
94% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Hearst?

Most people get paid time off work.
94% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 40% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 47% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 7% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 7% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do workers at Hearst worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
73% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do Hearst workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
44% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it for Hearst workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
47% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Hearst?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
38% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do Hearst managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
71% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do jobs at Hearst spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
13% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Hearst?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
86% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at Hearst feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
89% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Hearst get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
88% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Hearst?

Most people feel stressed out here.
80% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at Hearst enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
71% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Hearst recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
54% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Hearst?

Most people got enough training when they started.
71% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Hearst?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 36% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people think Hearst’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
70% 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 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Hearst is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
38% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
What other companies are hiring for Assignment Editor jobs?
Infographic showing various Assignment Editor job openings at Hearst in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 10% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.
Assignment Manager

$143K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 1 hour ago


Hearst rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

49th of 65 rated media


Job description

Do you want to join a premier multimedia company? When you start a career with Hearst Television, not only will you work amongst passionate professionals who take pride in what they do, but you will be a part of a progressive culture where your talents will be valued. 

WISN, the ABC affiliate in Milwaukee, WI is looking for a versatile person to join our team as Assignment Manager.  We're looking for a proven, experienced newsroom leader who will be aggressive during breaking news, can help publish content to our digital platforms, and has the editorial judgment and abilities to drive daily content. The candidate 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.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Assist news management with staff assignments, big picture planning, and daily content gathering. 
  • Keep the newsroom calendar- by keeping tabs on the station email, filing press releases, answering phone calls and taking viewer tips. Decide which of the above will yield compelling content for newscasts
  • Coordinate crews and resources - communicating constantly with staff in the field and in the newsroom.  
  • Must be able to post information to all digital platforms-including posting articles, sending push alerts, and live streaming events.
  • Listen to multiple police scanners which cover more than a dozen agencies throughout our market-must have great "scanner ears"

Qualifications Requirements:

  • Must be organized and able to multi-task in high pressure situations
  • 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, ENPS, and CCAP
  • 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
  • Willing to work a variety of shifts including weekends and nights
  • Related military experience will be considered

Value in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all background, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communications, 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 the whole person. 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.

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