Digital Assignment Producer

Job Description

Digital Assignment Producer WINK News – Fort Myers, Florida WINK News, Southwest Florida’s News Leader, has an immediate opening for a Digital Assignment Producer . This position combines the responsibilities of an assignment editor with digital producing and social media execution. The ideal candidate will have strong news judgment, organizational skills, and the ability to identify, develop, and distribute content across broadcast, digital, streaming, and social platforms. The Digital Assignment Producer will help coordinate daily news coverage, dispatch crews, enterprise stories, monitor scanners and social media, verify information, and ensure content is published quickly and accurately across all platforms. This role serves as a key bridge between the assignment desk, producers, reporters, and the digital team. Candidates should possess a solid understanding of newsgathering technology including ENG/SNG operations, ENPS, social media platforms, website CMS tools, and online research techniques. A college degree and previous newsroom experience are preferred. Key Responsibilities News Gathering & Assignment Desk Monitor scanners, social media, news wires, public safety communications, and community sources to identify breaking news and story opportunities. Coordinate daily coverage assignments and assist in deploying reporters, photographers, and live crews. Develop enterprise story ideas and maintain strong