Assignment Editor

Come play a key role in building the future of Sports & Media Everyone wants to be part of a transformational team - and that’s exactly what we’re building at Rogers Sports & Media. A team that innovates and a team that wins.

At Rogers Sports & Media we are committed to creating and growing teams that are digital-first, fast-moving and bold-thinking and are focused on delivering impact with everything they do. Our impressive collection of assets includes media properties, sports teams, sports events & production, venues, e-commerce platforms and a close connection with our Connected Home and Wireless team. Collectively, we touch the lives of 30 million Canadians every month

Are you up for the challenge and the fun? If so, consider the following opportunity

We’re looking for an Assignment Editor to work with the news teams in Vancouver. They will play a leading role in helping us to chase and coordinate coverage of breaking news and original stories to air on our streaming channels, our daily news programs, and our digital platforms. Other responsibilities include assigning stories, managing news resources and collaborating with our news partners at CityNews, OMNI and CityNews 1130. The position may require shift work like early morning, evening and weekend shifts.

Are you a budding storyteller, brimming with news ideas? Does the idea of a fast-paced, multi-platform newsroom seem like your ideal environment? Then CityNews Vancouver wants you to join our team

**What you will do**:

- Manage the daily news flow and news resources.
- Lead the daily story meeting
- Work with video journalists, reporters, shooter-editors and producers to deliver news content to our CityNews 24/7 streaming channels and our daily newscasts.
- Work with CityNews Vancouver journalists to assign stories for our new prime time news specials.
- Maintain contacts and sources.
- Manage the assignment file and plan future shoots, including weekend coverage.
- Coordinate resources and content with CityNews, OMNI News, CityNews 1130, syndication desk and other markets.
- Vet stories.

**What you will bring**:

- Passion for news - you know what makes a great story and what it takes to chase it.
- You know Vancouver and the diverse communities that make this a great city, and can identify stories that are broadly relevant to our audience.
- Proven newsroom experience. Assignment desk experience is preferred.
- This is a leadership position, you should have a demonstrated ability to manage newsroom relationships and resources.
- News moves fast You must be able to multi-task and deliver for multiple, daily online and broadcast deadlines without losing your cool. You are organized and have superior communication skills.
- Because news never stops - you are prepared to work evenings and weekends.
- You know how to vet stories.

**Here’s what you can expect in return**:

- A competitive salary and benefits which include access to our Employee Share Accumulation Program, Retirement Benefits and a variety of other perks.
- All equipment and technology required for you to perform your role provided prior to your start
- Leadership which supports your development and long-term career at Rogers
- A team that trusts and wants to win together
- Smart and accomplished colleagues who are focused on both the “what” and the “how”

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Variable
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 180 West 2nd Avenue (810), Vancouver, BC
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & News
Requisition ID: 290475

Posting Notes: Rogers Sports & Media