Senior Manager, Internal Newsroom Communications

The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for. 

About the Role

To help us do this essential work, The New York Times is hiring a Senior Manager, Internal Newsroom Communications.

In this role, you'll be part of a team that leads internal communication for our world-class newsroom, helping build culture and an enriching workplace environment, one that connects colleagues to each other and our organization as a whole. You'll be a communication strategist and trusted partner to Newsroom leadership, providing expert counsel and guidance on issues they care about. And you will be a trusted steward of our mission across the organization, elevating the employee experience for our Newsroom staff, while reinforcing the values that have sustained our organization for more than 170 years.

We are looking for a communication professional who is able to work across many different projects at once and be comfortable working in a demanding, fast-paced environment. You have experience supporting executives or leaders in accomplishing their communication objectives and in developing employee-led content that fosters connection and culture. You are excited by the opportunity to recognize and celebrate your colleagues' achievements. And you are an impeccable writer, someone who pays close attention to detail and shows an ability to solve challenges creatively.

You will report to the Executive Director for Newsroom Communication. This is a hybrid position, based in New York City, and includes regular attendance in the office each week per your departmental guidance.

Responsibilities:

• Develop integrated communications plans and messaging to support Newsroom leaders
• Shape internal programming that lives up to the unique needs and motivations of Newsroom staff for company-wide events and programs
• Translate organization-wide programs into communication strategies and materials that address the needs and perspectives of Newsroom staff
• Work with communications, HR, marketing and business department colleagues and leaders to identify compelling stories and content that help build an inclusive and connected culture across The New York Times
• Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• 6+ years of communication experience in a large, complex organization
• Impeccable writing, with the ability to express ideas clearly, succinctly and compellingly
• Enthusiasm and excitement for working across a range of projects with partners in the newsroom, strategy and marketing
• Belief in the value of journalism to people and society as a whole; we hope you enjoy reading, watching and listening to journalism, and have curiosity and excitement about our work and company.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in journalism and with newsrooms

The annual base pay range for this role is between $110,000.00 and $130,000.00.

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The annual base pay range for this role is between:$110,000—$130,000 USD

 

The New York Times Company is committed to being the world’s best source of independent, reliable and quality journalism. To do so, we embrace a diverse workforce that has a broad range of backgrounds and experiences across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. We encourage people from all  backgrounds to apply.

We are  an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.  The U.S. Equal Empl