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Assignment Desk Manager

Sinclair Broadcast Group · sbgi.net
HarrisburgOn-siteLead / Manager2+ yrs
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Manager of news assignment desk.

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35 d ago · posted 2026-09-22
Location
Harrisburg, PA

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Skills and Experience: • Assign and track news crews • Identify and develop daily content • Write and post content to station website and social media sites • Compelling and accurate writing • Develop and edit creative and engaging videos for all social platforms • Listen to scanners and react to breaking news, make beat checks, monitor web sites and social media, react to developing news • Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas • Listen for and respond to breaking news • Assisting in the efficient operations of our Content Center Requirements and Qualifications: • Minimum of 2 years of assignment desk experience • Commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy • Ability to communicate effectively • Basic computer knowledge/word processing skills • General knowledge and interest in local, national and world news • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines • Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter and emerging social media platforms • Bachelor’s degree with a major in journalism is also preferred EEO AND INCLUSIVITY: Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. About Us Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net. About the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.

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