Assignment Editor, NBC & Telemundo Philadelphia

Job Description
Lead coverage of breaking/developing news stories both editorially and logistically for both the newsroom and field crews
Research, coordinate, pitch & implement coverage of breaking news, continuing coverage and human-interest stories
Ability to quickly assess what is needed on coverage of a breaking stories
Ability to find & book experts and community members who help define a story 
Collaborate with the website, social media, and streaming teams
Initiate & maintain communication with affiliates & News Channel counterparts 
Consistently monitor and break news through social media platforms and tools 
Establish & maintain working story & contact files