Story Desk Editor: Lead Breaking News & Digital Coverage

TEGNA, Inc.; Corpus Christi (TX); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options (Blue Cross Blue

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Teladoc mental health access

Spring Health therapy sessions

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

TEGNA Inc. operates KIII the ABC affiliate in Corpus Christi and is seeking a Story Desk Editor. The hybrid role combines assignment editing and digital content production to anchor the newsroom's daily workflow across streaming, web, social and broadcast channels.

You will guide coverage during breaking news, shape daily story planning, and collaborate with MSJs, producers and photojournalists to deliver accurate, engaging content for all platforms.

Qualifications

• 3-5 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.
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or equivalent experience.

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

Skills

News judgment

Strong writing

Team collaboration

Deadline management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or equivalent experience

Tools

CMS platforms

Job description

TEGNA Inc. operates KIII the ABC affiliate in Corpus Christi and is seeking a Story Desk Editor. The hybrid role combines assignment editing and digital content production to anchor the newsroom's daily workflow across streaming, web, social and broadcast channels.

You will guide coverage during breaking news, shape daily story planning, and collaborate with MSJs, producers and photojournalists to deliver accurate, engaging content for all platforms.