Story Desk Editor Job at NAB Leadership Foundation in Denver

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

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TEGNA-owned NBC affiliate in Denver, CO is transforming the way we gather and present news, and we’re looking for a Story Desk Editor to embrace our transition to the newsroom of the future.

Role Summary

The Story Desk Editor combines the skills of an assignment editor and a digital content producer to serve as the hub of the newsroom. The position drives daily editorial execution, curates and produces impactful stories, and ensures our content connects authentically with audiences across streaming, digital, social and broadcast platforms.

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

Requirements

• 1-3 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
• Experience with newsroom systems, CMS tools
• Organizational skills to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset that thrives in a team environment
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or equivalent experience

Why TEGNA

TEGNA is reimagining local journalism for the newsroom of the future. With 64 stations across 51 markets, we deliver trusted, fact-based news that informs, engages, and empowers communities. Our values Demand the Truth, Work Smarter, Debate Fearlessly, Listen Carefully, and Zero-Base Every Process guide everything we do.

Salary

Salary Range: $26.45 - $31.25 per hour ($55,000 - $65,000 annually) based on experience.

Pay Range: $26.45-$31.25 USD

Apply by December 5, 2025

Please submit your application through the company career portal.

Benefits

• Medical plan options (through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas) for full and part-time employees, plus dental and eye care coverage, fertility, surrogacy, adoption assistance, disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) program: full, part-time and temporary employees contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre‑tax basis; first 4% matched at 100% and immediately vested.
• All employees and eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor appointments with Teladoc and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician via Spring Health.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and nine paid holidays per year.
• Note: Some positions are covered by a union and benefits may vary.

EEO statement

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without discrimination on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, disability, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.