Assignment Editor

Job Title: Assignment Editor

Location: Washington, DC (Onsite)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–3:00 PM

Salary: $105,000–$125,000 annually, based on experience

Job Overview

On Cue Hire has an immediate need for an Assignment Editor for an international news network based in Washington, DC. This position supports a weekday morning shift of 6:00 AM–3:00 PM and plays a critical role in daily editorial decision-making for a fast-paced newsroom covering breaking and political news.

The Assignment Editor will demonstrate strong editorial judgment, sharp news instincts, and a deep understanding of the Washington, DC political landscape. This role is ideal for a newsroom professional who thrives under pressure and can move decisively as stories unfold.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a primary point of contact for incoming news tips, story leads, and public inquiries
• Identify, develop, and assign stories of the day with an emphasis on political and breaking news
• Determine where correspondents and crews need to be, which angles to pursue, and how to secure required assets
• Maintain high editorial standards to ensure accurate, timely, and impactful coverage
• Collaborate closely with producers, reporters, correspondents, and digital teams to align editorial priorities
• Participate in daily editorial meetings and contribute to coverage strategy across platforms
• Ensure urgency, clarity, and accuracy during high-pressure news cycles
• Support newsroom workflows and uphold editorial integrity

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Broadcast, Communications, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a television news environment
• Strong editorial judgment and ability to prioritize multiple stories in a fast-moving newsroom
• Deep familiarity with the Washington, DC political beat
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Strong news instincts with a proactive, detail-oriented approach
• Experience with newsroom systems and editorial tools is a plus

Experience Level

• At least 5 years of newsroom experience required
• Background in assignment desk operations, editorial decision-making, or political news coverage strongly preferred

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in the fast-paced nature of political news and takes pride in making sound editorial decisions that drive meaningful coverage in a major news market.