Story Desk Editor - Multi-Platform News Leader

Content Creators; Macon (GA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health benefits

Teladoc & Spring Health access

Job summary

TEGNA's WMAZ in Macon, GA is seeking a Story Desk Editor to drive daily editorial execution across streaming, digital, social and broadcast platforms. You will lead breaking news coverage, shape daily story planning, and curate content for multiple channels.

You will collaborate with MSJs, producers and photojournalists to ensure accurate, engaging storytelling that serves the community while maintaining journalistic standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of journalism experience in a local or collegiate newsroom preferred.
• Strong writing skills with ability to produce accurate and compelling content quickly.
• Experience with newsroom systems and CMS tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and communicate newsroom coverage during breaking news with accuracy and urgency.
• Identify and plan stories that matter to the community using editorial judgment.
• Create and edit engaging content for digital platforms: website, app, streaming.
• Guide newsroom logistics and provide editorial support for reporters and producers.
• Edit reporter content for accuracy, AP style, and digital best practices.

Skills

News judgment

Editing

Writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism or communications

Tools

CMS tools

Job description

TEGNA's WMAZ in Macon, GA is seeking a Story Desk Editor to drive daily editorial execution across streaming, digital, social and broadcast platforms. You will lead breaking news coverage, shape daily story planning, and curate content for multiple channels.

You will collaborate with MSJs, producers and photojournalists to ensure accurate, engaging storytelling that serves the community while maintaining journalistic standards.