Story Desk Editor

Role Summary

As a Story Desk Editor, you will be part of the Story Management Desk (SMD), a unified desk that replaces the legacy assignment and digital desks. The SMD model ensures a single, streamlined workflow for planning, producing and curating stories across platforms. You will lead coverage during breaking news, shape daily story planning, and curate content across platforms. This position requires decisive editorial judgment, strong writing skills, and the ability to thrive under tight deadlines. You will collaborate with MSJs, producers and photojournalists to deliver accurate, relevant and engaging stories that serve the community.
Key Responsibilities

Lead and communicate newsroom coverage during breaking news, ensuring accuracy, urgency and balance
Identify and plan stories that matter most to the community, using editorial judgment and social listening
Create and edit engaging content for digital platforms: website, mobile app and streaming
Guide newsroom logistics and provide editorial support for MSJs, producers, and photojournalists
Edit reporter content for accuracy, grammar, AP style, digital best practices, fairness and ethical considerations
Enhance storytelling with creative elements (graphics, video, audience‑submitted content, etc.)
Use available metrics to inform coverage and improve audience reach
Support newsroom operations and coverage planning as needed
Uphold TEGNA’s journalistic standards and values across all platforms
What You’ll Bring

1–3 years of journalism experience in a local newsroom, digital production, or related role
Strong news judgment and the ability to make fast, sound editorial decisions under pressure
Excellent writing skills, with the ability to produce accurate and compelling content quickly
Experience with newsroom systems, CMS tools
Organizational skills to manage competing priorities in a deadline‑driven environment
A collaborative, solutions‑focused mindset that thrives in a team environment
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or equivalent experience
Benefits

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of employees and their families. Benefits include two medical plan options, dental and eye care coverage, fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) program with company match, free virtual doctor’s appointments, free annual therapy sessions, generous Paid Time Off, and nine paid holidays per year. Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement, which may affect eligibility for all benefits.
EEO Statement

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, disability or any other basis protected by law. TEGNA will accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. For accommodation requests, contact askhr@tegna.com.

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