Tegna Inc.
1001-5000 employees
Broadcast Media
Digital Media
Television Broadcasting
About Tegna Inc.
Tegna Inc. is a leading media company that owns or operates a portfolio of television stations and digital media properties across the United States. Founded in 2015 as a spin-off from Gannett Company, Tegna focuses on delivering high-quality local news, entertainment, and digital content to diverse audiences. The company leverages its strong broadcast presence and digital platforms to engage viewers and advertisers, emphasizing innovation and community connection. Tegna is committed to journalistic integrity and advancing technology to enhance the media experience.
2 months ago
Story Desk Manager
New Orleans, Louisiana - Office
Full-time
Mid Level
Story Desk Manager
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Description
- TEGNA Inc. is seeking a Story Desk Manager for WWL in New Orleans to lead the content team in story discovery, development, and presentation across all platforms including streaming, online, social media, and television.
- The role involves managing the story development process, overseeing breaking news coverage, guiding a team of journalists, and ensuring content is engaging, accurate, and community-focused.
- The candidate should have extensive journalism experience, strong editorial judgment, team management skills, and familiarity with newsroom operations.
- Responsibilities include overseeing daily coverage decisions, planning news cycles, leading story check-ins, supporting newsroom staff, and upholding journalistic standards.
- The position requires a bachelor’s degree in journalism or related experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to make quick, sound decisions under pressure.
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Benefits
- Two medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, including dental and eye care coverage
- Fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance
- Disability and life insurance
- 401(k) program with 1% - 80% contribution options, 100% match on the first 4%, and full vesting from day one
- Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments via Teladoc
- Twelve free annual therapy sessions through Spring Health
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and nine paid holidays per year