Content Desk Manager

Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce; Rochester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A local news organization in Rochester is seeking a dedicated Content Desk Manager to lead its daily operations and enhance news coverage. The ideal candidate will excel in a fast-paced newsroom, possess strong communication skills, and have experience in journalism. Responsibilities include overseeing news coverage strategies, managing editorial meetings, and ensuring accurate reporting across all platforms. An annual salary between $55,000 and $62,500 will be offered, along with a benefits package.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and respectfully.
• A college degree in Communications with an emphasis in Journalism is preferred.
• Must be extremely well organized and detail-oriented.
• Advanced ability in critical thinking and judgment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily editorial meetings with producers and reporters.
• Actively monitor police scanners, social media, and other sources for breaking news.
• Write and publish news stories across digital platforms.
• Coordinate breaking news assignments and field crews.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Computer skills

Social media skills

Organization

Education

Degree in Communications with emphasis in Journalism

Job description

Job Overview

ABC6 News is seeking a passionate, energized, and highly skilled Content Desk Manager to help lead our daily news operations and elevate our coverage across all platforms. This role blends the responsibilities of a traditional assignment desk manager, digital content editor, and newsroom leader. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at multitasking, and is committed to serving the community with timely, accurate, and meaningful journalism.

Job Duties: Newsroom Leadership & Daily Operations

• Work closely with the News Director, Executive Producer, and newsroom teams to develop a consistent and strategic coverage plan for daily news and special projects.


• Lead daily editorial meetings with producers and reporters to shape coverage and set priorities.


• Coordinate and manage daily crew assignments, schedules, vehicles, and gear.


• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to reporters, producers, and content staff.


• Maintain strong community contacts and source networks.

Content Monitoring & Newsgathering

• Actively monitor police scanners, social media, websites, public safety channels, emails, and other sources for breaking news, significant events, and compelling local stories.


• Stay well-informed on local, national, and global developments, with strong understanding of government, legal processes, and public policy.


• Generate unique, enterprise story ideas and manage long-term planning.


• Assist producers and reporters with story research, calls, source tracking, setups, and follow-ups.

Breaking News Coordination

• Make fast, accurate decisions during breaking news.


• Alert newsroom staff, assign field crews, deploy LiveU units, and coordinate multiple live broadcasts.


• Confirm information quickly and responsibly, prioritizing accuracy over speed while still being aggressive with coverage.

Digital & Social Content

• Write and publish news stories to the website and social platforms using AP wires, live video, social media content, and newsroom inputs.


• Utilize a variety of technologies for video capture, editing, file transfers, live cameras, remote interviews, and communication tools.


• Ensure content is accurate, up-to-date, and engaging across all digital platforms.

Communication & Editorial Judgment

• Maintain constant communication throughout the day regarding story progress, changes, crew assignments, and breaking developments.


• Consult with newsroom leadership on challenging editorial decisions.


• Adapt quickly to additional tasks or shifting priorities as needed.

Other Responsibilities

• Work on assigned special projects and long-term investigative or enterprise initiatives.


• Complete additional duties as assigned to support the goals of the newsroom.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly, calmly, and respectfully with teammates of various personalities and others during high-pressure, high-stress situations.


• A college degree in Communications with an emphasis in Journalism is preferred.


• Two years of TV/digital newsroom experience is a plus.


• Must be extremely well organized and detail-oriented.


• Advanced ability in critical thinking and judgment.


• Must be able to make good decisions quickly; able to articulate and communicate information and direction to news staff and other station employees.


• Computer and Social Media skills are a must.


• Solid exposure to and understanding of the ethics of Journalism.


• Producer experience is a plus.


• Commitment, determination, and a strong sense of teamwork.

Compensation and Benefits

When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations. The annual base salary range for this position is $55,000 to $62,500.

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