Story Desk Manager
Core
Lead the unified Story Management Desk (SMD) to oversee daily coverage decisions, reporter assignments, and story development across linear TV, streaming, mobile, and digital platforms for a local CBS affiliate.
Role type
Senior newsroom operations manager (story desk)
Builds
Multi-platform news content (video, digital, streaming) for local community audiences
Domain
Local broadcast journalism and digital media
Required skills
Breaking news management, team leadership, editorial judgment, content desk operations, multi-platform content strategy, AP style compliance, crisis communication
Preferred skills
Market familiarity, newsroom transformation experience
Technologies
CMS, streaming platforms, social media tools, digital analytics
Responsibilities
Oversee daily coverage decisions and reporter assignments; Determine story formats and delivery timelines for various platforms; Lead regular story check-ins and plan upcoming news cycles; Provide editorial support for scripts and content accuracy; Lead newsroom coverage during breaking news events; Maximize audience insights to improve content choices
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC