Digital Desk/Assignment Editor

Join the Louisiana First News Team!

Are you a natural storyteller with a passion for keeping your community informed and connected? We are looking for a dynamic and driven Assignment Editor & Digital Content Producer to join our team.

This unique dual role puts you at the heart of our newsroom — from deciding which stories to cover, to delivering compelling digital content that resonates with viewers across multiple platforms. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love the idea of making an immediate impact on your community, this is the position for you.

At Louisiana First News, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values innovation, collaboration, and community impact. We’re committed to helping our employees grow and succeed while telling the stories that matter most to the people of Louisiana.

Duties include:

• Monitor scanners, social media, and incoming tips to identify breaking news and developing stories.
• Coordinate coverage by assigning reporters, photographers, and crews to stories in real time.
• Serve as a communication hub for the newsroom, ensuring smooth information flow and accuracy.
• Develop strong relationships with local law enforcement, emergency officials, and community sources.
• Write, edit, and publish timely, accurate, and engaging content to our website, app, and social media platforms.
• Optimize stories with SEO best practices and compelling visuals.
• Engage with our audience online to grow and strengthen Louisiana First News’ digital presence.
• Craft breaking news alerts and push notifications to keep our viewers informed instantly.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Minimum two years’ experience in news operations
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Flexibility to work any shift

Successful Candidates:

• Demonstrate ability to identify potential stories, research information, follow-up on ongoing stories.
• Have strong news judgment, organization skills and ability to communicate with the public and newsroom staff.
• Needs strong journalistic writing skills and understanding of AP style.
• Multi-task well and prioritize under deadline.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can take on several tasks at once and see them through to completion. They should show the ability to research and find great stories that help Louisiana First News bring our viewers the most up to date news.