News Assignment Editor Salary in Boston, MA

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How much does a News Assignment Editor make in Boston, MA? The average News Assignment Editor salary in Boston, MA is $86,665 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $76,258 and $98,793. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Freelance Assignment Editor

Fox Service Company - New York , NY

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox News Media FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX ... The Freelance Assignment Editor will work closely with field producers and line producers, as well ...

Lensa - 3 days ago

Assignment Editor - Part Time

WHDH-TV - Boston , MA

7NEWS in Boston is looking for a motivated assignment editor who thrives in a fast-paced, breaking news environment. Candidate must be detail focused and able to multi-task. We're looking for an ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 2 days ago

Overnight Assignment Editor

Fort Myers Broadcasting Co - Fort Myers , FL

The Overnight Assignment Editor at WINK News will play a crucial role in shaping our news coverage during the overnight hours. This position requires a detail-oriented and organized individual with a ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 66 days ago

Job # 4136/4137 - Assignment Editor - Full Time (2 openings)

WHDH-TV - Boston , MA

7NEWS in Boston is looking for a motivated assignment editor who thrives in a fast-paced, breaking news environment. Candidate must be detail focused and able to multi-task. We're looking for an ...

ZipRecruiter - 46 days ago

Assignment Desk Editor, NBC Boston, NECN & Telemundo Nueva Inglaterra

NBCUniversal - Needham Heights , MA

We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC ... Prior experience at an assignment desk. * Experience in local news coverage. * Strong resources and ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 35 days ago

Executive Editor, Quartz

G/O Media - New York , NY

The ideal candidate has strong news judgment, sharp assignment and story editing skills, a collaborative spirit combined with a decisive approach, and a deep understanding of digital best practices ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 22 days ago

What does a News Assignment Editor do?

Common responsibilities of a News Assignment Editor

Gathering news affecting the community.

October 28, 2022

Respond aggressively to breaking news.

December 17, 2022

Post daily to all digital platforms and social media including attaching images and streaming video.

March 03, 2023

Develop stories and gather information by maintaining contact with sources, including police and government agencies.

March 18, 2023

Collaborate with news managers, producers and reporters for content and newscast development.

March 31, 2023

Communicate effectively with producers and managers.

April 08, 2023

Interview subjects and research facts for credibility.

April 22, 2023

Answer phones and make calls to confirm information.

April 23, 2023

Edit video and stories for broadcast.

April 26, 2023

Build contacts and contribute story ideas.

May 02, 2023

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Average Salary Range for News Assignment Editor in Boston, MA

Average Base Salary

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76258

98793

86665

Average Total Cash Compensation

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77139

100377

87880

What is the average salary for News Assignment Editor in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of News Assignment Editor in Boston, MA. The base salary for News Assignment Editor ranges from $76,258 to $98,793 with the average base salary of $86,665. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $77,139 to $100,377 with the average total cash compensation of $87,880.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$86,665	$76,258 - $98,793
Bonus	$1,215	$880 - $1,585
Total Pay	$87,880	$77,139 - $100,377

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

News Assignment Editor Salary Near Boston, MA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Boston, MA
CITY, STATE Revere, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $76,646 - $99,295	COMPARE TO Boston, MA
CITY, STATE Brookline, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $76,646 - $99,295	COMPARE TO Boston, MA
CITY, STATE Malden, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $76,646 - $99,295	COMPARE TO Boston, MA
CITY, STATE Somerville, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $76,646 - $99,295	COMPARE TO Boston, MA
CITY, STATE Quincy, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $76,646 - $99,295	COMPARE TO Boston, MA
CITY, STATE Arlington, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $76,646 - $99,295	COMPARE TO Boston, MA

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About Boston, Massachusetts

Boston has an area of 89.63 square miles (232.1 km2)—48.4 square miles (125.4 km2) (54%) of land and 41.2 square miles (106.7 km2) (46%) of water. The city's official elevation, as measured at Logan International Airport, is 19 ft (5.8 m) above sea level. The highest point in Boston is Bellevue Hill at 330 feet (100 m) above sea level, and the lowest point is at sea level. Situated onshore of the Atlantic Ocean, Boston is the only state capital in the contiguous United States with an oceanic shoreline. Boston is surrounded by the "Greater Boston" region and is contiguously bordered by the citi...

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