24/7 Multi-Platform News Editor

23ABC (KERO-TV); Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement savings plan

Flexible shifts

Job summary

KERO (E.W. Scripps Company) is looking for a newsroom leader to drive a 24/7 news stream, ensuring timely, relevant content is accessible across platforms.

The ideal candidate will have deep roots in digital journalism, a collaborative leadership style, and strong editorial judgment. With oversight of reporters and MMJs, you’ll help enhance storytelling quality, coordinate coverage plans, and uphold journalistic standards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of journalism experience in a digital or newsroom leadership role.
• Proven ability to manage content and make editorial decisions under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily execution of streaming and digital news coverage.
• Coach reporters and MMJs to elevate storytelling across platforms.
• Coordinate breaking news response and coverage plans.

Skills

Leadership

Digital journalism

Content strategy

Coaching

Editorial judgment

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communications

Job description

KERO (E.W. Scripps Company) is looking for a newsroom leader to drive a 24/7 news stream, ensuring timely, relevant content is accessible across platforms.

The ideal candidate will have deep roots in digital journalism, a collaborative leadership style, and strong editorial judgment. With oversight of reporters and MMJs, you’ll help enhance storytelling quality, coordinate coverage plans, and uphold journalistic standards.