Wpvi - Assignment Editor

Job Description

Disney Entertainment's eight-owned ABC stations are multiplatform leaders in local news and information. As the No. 1 station in Philadelphia for almost 45 years, 6abc Action News delivers local news, information, traffic, and weather to more than 3 million homes. WPVI serves nearly 7 million people, including those who reside in the Delaware Valley, an area encompassing southeastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, and Delaware. In the past year, Action News has won 2,633 out of 2,662 newscasts in households for a winning percentage of 99.8%.

WPVI/6ABC is seeking a digitally savvy Assignment Editor who thrives in fast-paced newsroom environments, owns breaking news, and knows how to identify a compelling story before it trends. This role is a critical hub of our newsroom where they will help coordinate coverage, direct resources, and ensure accurate, timely information is delivered across broadcast, digital, and social platforms.

Responsibilities
• Lead daily and breaking news coverage by assigning reporters and crews and coordinating newsroom resources.
• Develop and maintain a strong network of reliable news sources, including public safety agencies, community contacts, and field reporters.
• Skillfully manage and evaluate tip calls, emails, and digital submissions using sound news judgment to verify information, identify emerging stories, and determine appropriate coverage priorities across platforms.
• Identify, develop, and generate original, high‑impact stories that reflect and serve the diversity of our audience.
• Serve as a central point of contact for news tips, public inquiries, and requests from community partners and organizations.
• Collaborate closely with news managers, reporters, producers, digital teams, and fellow assignment editors to execute coverage plans.
• Maintain strong social media awareness, using platforms to track developing stories and enhance newsroom responsiveness.
• Create and edit content for 6abc.com, the station app, and social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X.
• Produce and edit video content for both broadcast and digital distribution.
• Deliver timely, accurate updates during breaking news and major events across all platforms

Basic Qualifications
• Minimum of 2 years of assignment desk experience.
• Strong team player who interacts in a positive, ethical, empathetic, and productive way with other employees and the general public.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible and available to work various shifts as needed, including weekends and holidays

Required Education
• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education
• College Degree

The hiring range for this position in Philadelphia is $68,600 to $91,900 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

About ABC Owned TV Stations:

The Disney Entertainment Television group creates original entertainment and news content for the Company's streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with WPVI Television (Philadelphia), LLC, which is part of a business we call ABC Owned TV Stations .

WPVI Television (Philadelphia), LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-12p8wx-216-73-217-61-42 in your application.