Story Desk Editor
Houston, TX · Hybrid
KHOU the TEGNA-owned CBS affiliate in Houston, TX, is transforming the way we gather and present ... This hybrid role combines the skills of an assignment editor and a digital content producer to ...
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Story Desk Editor
Houston, TX · Hybrid
KHOU the TEGNA-owned CBS affiliate in Houston, TX, is transforming the way we gather and present ... This hybrid role combines the skills of an assignment editor and a digital content producer to ...
Story Desk Editor
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps ... This hybrid role combines the skills of an assignment editor and a digital content producer to ...
Story Desk Editor
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps ... This hybrid role combines the skills of an assignment editor and a digital content producer to ...
Story Desk Editor
Wilkes Barre, PA · On-site
S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps ... assignment editor • Ability to work a variety of shifts, including nights, early mornings ...
Story Desk Editor
Wilkes Barre, PA · On-site
S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps ... assignment editor • Ability to work a variety of shifts, including nights, early mornings ...
Tegna Jobs Information
Do workers at TEGNA get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
61% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.
61% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.
Does TEGNA pay people when they’re sick?
Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
80% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.
80% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.
At TEGNA, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
88% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and March 2026.
88% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and March 2026.
Is the health insurance from TEGNA affordable enough for their workers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
80% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.
80% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.
Do people get paid time off at TEGNA?
Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and March 2026.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and March 2026.
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
- 29% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 42% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 21% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 8% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do workers at TEGNA worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
91% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
91% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do TEGNA workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
61% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
61% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
How easy is it for TEGNA workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
61% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
61% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
How easy is it to get time off at TEGNA?
Some people find it hard to get time off.
39% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
39% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do TEGNA managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
76% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
76% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do jobs at TEGNA spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
21% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
21% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
How easy is it to take sick days at TEGNA?
Most people find it easy to take sick days.
79% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
79% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do people at TEGNA feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
75% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
75% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do people at TEGNA get to take their breaks without interruption?
Only some people get breaks without interruption.
45% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
45% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Is it stressful to work at TEGNA?
Most people feel stressed out here.
87% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
87% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do people at TEGNA enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
75% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
75% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do people at TEGNA recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
59% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
59% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at TEGNA?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
34% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
34% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do people get support to advance at TEGNA?
Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 50% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
In the last year, 50% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do people think TEGNA’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
84% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
84% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how TEGNA is doing?
Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
69% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
69% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
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TEGNA rating
6.5
Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
50th of 65 rated media
Job description
KHOU the TEGNA-owned CBS affiliate in Houston, TX, 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.
This hybrid role combines the skills of an assignment editor and a digital content producer to serve as the hub of the newsroom. The Story Desk Editor drives daily editorial execution, curates and produces impactful stories, and ensures our content connects authentically with audiences across streaming, digital, social and broadcast platforms.
Role Summary
As a Story Desk Editor, you will be part of the Story Management Desk (SMD), a unified desk that replaces the legacy assignment and digital desks. The SMD model ensures a single, streamlined workflow for planning, producing and curating stories across platforms.
You will lead coverage during breaking news, shape daily story planning, and curate content across platforms. This position requires decisive editorial judgment, strong writing skills, and the ability to thrive under tight deadlines. You will collaborate with MSJs, producers and photojournalists to deliver accurate, relevant and engaging stories that serve the community.
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:
What You'll Bring
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.
By joining KHOU, you will be part of a company that demands the truth, works smarter, and tells impactful stories that serve our communities every day.
About Tegna
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Industry
Broadcasting and marketing
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
McLean, VA, US
Year founded
1906