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KNWA & FOX24, the NBC & FOX affiliates in Fayetteville, Arkansas, are seeking a forward-thinking, organized, and dynamic Assignments Manager to lead our daily newsgathering efforts across platforms.

Do you thrive on breaking news and enterprise storytelling?Can you juggle multiple crews, deadlines, and platforms with precision and clarity?Are you passionate about both the on-air product and the digital experience?Do you know how to inspire and guide a team of reporters, producers, anchors, and photographers?

If so, you might be the perfect fit for this critical newsroom leadership role.

As Assignments Manager, you’ll be the central hub of our editorial operation—coordinating coverage plans, managing logistics, and ensuring our content is timely, relevant, and impactful. You’ll work closely with the News Director, Assistant News Director and Digital Content Manager to shape daily coverage, respond to breaking news, and elevate our storytelling across broadcast, digital, and social platforms.

We’re looking for someone who:

+ Communicates clearly and confidently across all levels of the newsroom

+ Has a sharp editorial sense and understands what makes a story resonate

+ Is highly organized and thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

+ Thinks digitally and knows how to maximize reach and engagement online

+ Leads with optimism, collaboration, and a desire to grow others

Applicants should have a minimum of three years of newsroom experience, preferably in a leadership or coordination role.

To apply, email your resume to [email protected] or mail to:Josh Harvison, News Director609 W. Dickson Street, 3rd FloorFayetteville, Arkansas, 72701

Why Northwest Arkansas?This region is booming—with a population over 500,000 and growing fast. We’re home to Fortune 500 companies, stunning natural beauty, and a thriving arts and culture scene. From world-class museums and major sporting events to incredible food and community-driven festivals, there’s something here for everyone.

In fact, U.S. News ranks Fayetteville the fourth best place to live in the country: See why

Our newsroom is built on collaboration, feedback, and a commitment to excellence. Whether you’re looking to grow roots or launch into your next big opportunity, KNWA/FOX24 has a proven track record of developing talent and winning for our community.

KNWA-TV/KFTA-TV is an equal opportunity employer.

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.