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Social News Desk, Inc

Sales Account Executive

Social News Desk, Account Executive At Social News Desk (SND), we empower the nation's most trusted communicators, including governments, schools, agencies, and news organizations, to engage their ...

Fox

TMZ News Desk Intern - Fall 2026

Los Angeles, CA

$18.42/hr

Our News Desk Intern will work with the assignment desk staff and assist with organizational projects, research, calling sources (with prior approval), and other general news-gathering duties. Our ...

Newsweek

Senior News Editor

$100K - $115K/yr

This role demands editors who can run a national news desk at full throttle-making high-stakes editorial decisions in real time, rewriting aggressively, and delivering journalism that competes head ...

Gray Television

SPORTS/NEWS MMJ - WTOK

Meridian, MS · On-site

The successful candidate will produce compelling on-air sportscasts, publish high-performing web content, and contribute daily to the Digital News Desk and all station social platforms. Duties ...

GRAY TELEVISION

SPORTS/NEWS MMJ - WTOK

Meridian, MS

The successful candidate will produce compelling on-air sportscasts, publish high-performing web content, and contribute daily to the Digital News Desk and all station social platforms. Duties ...

Digital Remedy

Part Time News Assistant

Portland, ME

$16.75 - $18.11/hr

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an aggressive, energetic and creative part-time News Desk Assistant to support our newsroom on its daily operations. Key Responsibilities: * Operate ...

Bonneville Phoenix

KTAR News On-Call Editor

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Position Overview We are looking for an organized, versatile team member who can effectively manage the flow of information through the KTAR News Desk while producing and delivering informative,up-to ...

Bonneville Phoenix

KTAR News On-Call Editor

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Position Overview We are looking for an organized, versatile team member who can effectively manage the flow of information through the KTAR News Desk while producing and delivering informative, up ...

iHeartMedia, Inc.

National News Producer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Primary responsibility will be running and managing a busy news-desk for a national wire and radio service. Manage Breaking News content on a local/regional/national level. Employee will also edit ...

iHeartMedia

National News Producer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Primary responsibility will be running and managing a busy news-desk for a national wire and radio service. Manage Breaking News content on a local/regional/national level. Employee will also edit ...

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How much do news desk jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for news desk in the United States is $23.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between News Desk vs News Reporter?

AspectNews DeskNews Reporter
Primary RoleCoordinate and manage news stories, oversee newsroom operationsGather, investigate, and report news stories from the field
Work EnvironmentNewsroom or editorial officeOn-location, in the field, or in the newsroom
CredentialsJournalism degree often preferred; strong editing skillsJournalism degree or related experience; reporting skills
Employer & Industry UsageMedia outlets, news organizationsMedia outlets, news organizations

While a News Desk professional manages news operations and coordinates stories within the newsroom, a News Reporter actively investigates and reports news from the field. Both roles are essential in journalism but focus on different aspects of news production.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a news desk professional?

To thrive as a News Desk professional, you need strong news judgment, research skills, and a background in journalism or communications. Familiarity with newsroom management systems, wire services, and content management platforms is typically required. Attention to detail, time management, and the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively under pressure are crucial soft skills. These abilities are vital for ensuring timely, accurate, and compelling news coverage in a fast-paced media environment.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working at a news desk, and how can they be managed?

Professionals at a news desk often face tight deadlines, rapidly changing stories, and the need to verify information quickly. Managing these challenges requires strong organizational skills, effective communication with reporters and editors, and the ability to prioritize tasks as news breaks. Collaboration and clear workflows are essential, as news desk teams must coordinate coverage, assign stories, and ensure accuracy under pressure. Proactively developing systems for tracking assignments and maintaining open lines of communication can help manage the fast-paced environment.

What is a news desk?

News Desk jobs refer to roles within a newsroom responsible for gathering, verifying, and distributing news stories. People working at the news desk coordinate reporters, edit copy, assign stories, and ensure timely coverage of important events. They serve as the central hub of the newsroom, making critical editorial decisions and managing the flow of information to different platforms such as print, broadcast, or online. News desk staff must work quickly and accurately, often under tight deadlines. Their work is essential for keeping the public informed with reliable and up-to-date news.
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Infographic showing various News Desk job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,154 per year, or $23.2 per hour.

TMZ News Desk Intern - Fall 2026

FOX News Network, LLC

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Part-time

Posted 15 days ago

Fox News rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 75 rated media

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
FOX Entertainment
With a legacy spanning nearly 40 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world's most recognizable media brands and a leading global creator of multi-genre content across broadcast, streaming, digital and emerging platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and bold storytelling, the company is committed to reaching audiences where they are through a platform- and format-agnostic approach to developing, testing and scaling intellectual property worldwide. FOX Entertainment consists of three core business units. The FOX Television Network, which encompasses its flagship linear platform and streaming partnerships with Hulu and FOX One, is home to hit series including The Simpsons, The Masked Singer, Doc, Memory of a Killer, Fear Factor: House of Fear, The Floor and Hell's Kitchen. FOX Entertainment Studios, operates the in-house scripted and unscripted studios behind series such as Animal Control, Best Medicine, The Faithful, and The Way Home, as well as Bento Box Entertainment with animated hits such as Hazbin Hotel and Krapopolis; Studio Ramsay Global with Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay's Secret Service and Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars; entertainment studio TMZ; and the independent film label Tideline. FOX Entertainment Global is the company's worldwide content sales and distribution arm. As part of its evolution into a modern next-gen studio, FOX Entertainment is expanding its digital storytelling ecosystem with investments across vertical video with Holywater, Chain's experiential storytelling, podcasting with Meet Cute, a two-way content pipeline with HarperCollins Publishing, and creator-led formats through the newly formed FOX Creator Studios. Through these strategic initiatives, the company is investing earlier in emerging ideas and new forms of audience engagement, while maintaining the ability to grow successful concepts into premium franchises across broadcast, streaming and global platforms. A prolific content creator and production partner, FOX Entertainment collaborates with leading studios, creators, and platforms worldwide to produce and distribute premium content at scale across broadcast, streaming, and digital ecosystems, while continuing to grow its portfolio of owned IP and next-generation storytelling formats.
JOB DESCRIPTION
TMZ is the leading source for celebrity and entertainment news. We're looking for energetic, motivated students with a passion for celebrity news to join our Fall Internship Program. As an Intern at TMZ, you will be exposed to the many facets of newsgathering, TV production, and digital content creation. Our interns are hands-on and directly contribute to the production process at TMZ. You'll have an opportunity to learn from senior staff and will participate in informative speaker sessions developed specifically for our internship program. This is a chance for the right person to gain broad exposure and grow within a leading entertainment news organization.
Our News Desk Intern will work with the assignment desk staff and assist with organizational projects, research, calling sources (with prior approval), and other general news-gathering duties.
Our Fall 2026 Internship program will run from October 2026 - December 2026. This is a paid program and Interns must meet all 5 criteria below for consideration:
  • Be available for the entire internship session, as outlined above.
  • Be available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, in the form of two or more 10-hour days per week. Be comfortable with a work shift which begins at 6:00AM.
  • Have a demonstrated knowledge of the area(s) of interest as reflected in their field of study, course work and/or professional/internship experiences.
  • Be in their junior or senior year of college.

TMZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $18.42 per hour.

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