ABSTRACT
Assignment editors are basically the traffic cops in a newsroom. They have to make sure all stories are covered with the proper resources. Here are some of the duties of the assignment editor in a traditional TV/radio newsroom:
• Maintain futures files. These describe stories that reporters and producers will use in upcoming programs. They may be newspaper clippings, news releases, or old scripts that need updating. The aim is to ensure newsrooms cover stories that are scheduled in advance, along with follow-up stories.
