Managing Editor, National Newsroom

While the ME oversees and ensures the smooth flow of content from conception to publishing on all platforms, the ideal candidate is particularly adept at and has a particular passion for digital excellence.

The managing editor of the National Newsroom will:

• Work with editors and reporters to direct our national coverage
• Serve as primary day-to-day copy editor for national content
• Write 2-3 stories per week.
• Provide editing support for our Digital Cities
• Write and curate national newsletters
• Coordinate national projects/coverage efforts (including some print projects)
• Conceive and executive storytelling ideas across multiple platforms.

Qualifications

• A track record of success in an ACBJ newsroom.
• An understanding of the changing media landscape and ability to develop strategies to address market and consumer change.
• Effective time management skills.
• The ability to exceed expectations in a results-oriented environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• BA/BS degree preferred.
• Must have a high degree of familiarity with CMS, Office 365 applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and other digital publishing tools.