19h ago
Story Desk Editor
Dallas, TX
โจ $35k-$55k / yearest.
contractmidmedia
๐ Tech Stack
๐ผ About This Role
You'll be part of the Story Management Desk, driving daily editorial execution across streaming, digital, social, and broadcast. You'll lead breaking news coverage and ensure content connects authentically with audiences. This hybrid role combines assignment editing and digital production in a fast-paced newsroom.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- 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 logistics and provide editorial support for MSJs and producers
๐ Requirements
- 3-5 years of journalism experience in a local newsroom
- Strong news judgment and ability to make fast decisions under pressure
- Excellent writing skills with AP style knowledge
- Experience with newsroom systems and CMS tools
โจ Nice to Have
- Bachelor's degree in journalism or communications
- Experience with metrics to inform coverage
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐ฅ Medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
- ๐ฐ 401(k) match up to 4%, 100% vested from day one
- ๐๏ธ Paid Time Off plus nine paid holidays
- ๐ Free Teladoc and 12 free therapy sessions per year
- ๐ช Fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 1-2 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Phone screenยท 30 min
- 2Editorial testยท 60 min
- 3Interview with hiring managerยท 45 min
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