Assignment Desk Assistant

WBBM-TV, the CBS O&O in Chicago, is looking for a News Desk Associate (Assignment Desk Assistant) to join their team. This role will assist assignment editors, reporters, and producers in daily news coverage.  This is a WGA covered position.   This is an amazing opportunity to be on the front lines of newsgathering and gain exposure to the entire newsroom!
 
Responsibilities:

•    Work at the direction of the assignment editor to provide content for all platforms including streaming, digital, and broadcast.
•    Gather investigative data for all platforms.
•    Conduct interviews in the field.
•    Train to own the assignment desk as needed and cover any shift.
•    Other duties, as assigned.
 
Qualifications: 

•    Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field preferred
•    Prior internship or work experience in a broadcast newsroom is a plus 
•    Results-Oriented, Dependable, Detail-Oriented, and Courteous!