Story Desk Editor
Core
Hub of the newsroom driving daily editorial execution, curating and producing impactful stories across streaming, digital, social, and broadcast platforms.
Role type
Story Desk Editor (Assignment Editor + Digital Content Producer)
Builds
Daily news coverage, digital content, and multi-platform story planning for local communities
Domain
Local news / Broadcast & Digital Media
Required skills
News judgment, fast editorial decision-making, strong writing skills, newsroom systems experience, content editing (AP style, accuracy), social listening, metrics analysis
Preferred skills
Experience with graphics/video integration, audience-submitted content curation
Technologies
Newsroom systems, digital platforms (website, mobile app, streaming), social media tools
Responsibilities
Lead and communicate newsroom coverage during breaking news; Identify and plan stories using editorial judgment and social listening; Create and edit engaging content for digital platforms; Guide newsroom logistics and provide editorial support for MSJs, producers, and photojournalists; Edit reporter content for accuracy, grammar, AP style, and ethical considerations; Use available metrics to inform coverage and improve audience reach
Seniority
Mid-level (1-3 years experience)