Day 1 – Planning & Assignment
- Review editorial calendar for the week.
- Assign breaking news coverage, family narratives, emotional living features, and daily life reflections to contributors.
- Confirm multimedia slots (video/audio broadcasts).
Day 2 – Content Creation
- Contributors draft stories, articles, or multimedia pieces.
- Ensure alignment with Community Guidelines and Content Submission Policy.
- Collect supporting visuals (photos, graphics, video clips).
Day 3 – Editorial Review
- Editors fact‑check breaking news and verify sources.
- Review family and emotional stories for sensitivity and privacy compliance.
- Edit for clarity, tone, and alignment with GoStoryUSA’s mission.
Day 4 – Multimedia Integration
- Upload video features and audio broadcasts.
- Embed multimedia into homepage sections.
- Test playback and accessibility across devices.
Day 5 – Community Engagement
- Publish “Submit Your Story” prompts.
- Highlight reader comments and discussion threads.
- Feature one Community Voice story.
Day 6 – Publishing & Promotion
- Publish all reviewed content to homepage and relevant categories.
- Share highlights on social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, YouTube).
- Send newsletter with weekly top stories.
Day 7 – Performance Review
- Analyze traffic, engagement, and reader feedback.
- Identify top‑performing stories.
- Adjust upcoming editorial calendar based on insights.