Editor

Summary:

The Press Democrat is seeking an editor to help guide its business coverage. As editor of the North Bay Business Journal and business editor for The Press Democrat, the ideal candidate will work with a team of journalists whose beats include travel and tourism, the regional airport, manufacturing, tech, real estate, retail, restaurants and hospitality, agriculture, and the wine industry, for which the North Bay is world-famous.

North Bay Business Journal serves five counties through a weekly business tabloid. The position requires a strong editor who is passionate about digital-first journalism and committed to innovation, especially via social and visual media.

What you will do:

Collaborate with writers and other editors to develop business coverage, with the goal of executing high-interest stories across all platformsOversee several newsletters that target stories and regions on certain topicsFoster a creative and dynamic environment among colleagues that encourages innovationHelp lead coverage in tandem with our Events Team for special sections, while playing a key role in hosting, moderating, or contributing to special events throughout the yearUse analytics to identify topics for coverage and optimize the audience for storiesWork with all editors to collaborate on strategic planning and coverage ideasMultitask, meet deadlines, and accurately fact-check informationDisplay strong networking and interpersonal skills to build relationships both within the newsroom and the communityDrive digital innovation by identifying and implementing new storytelling formats, emerging platforms, and multimedia integration to enhance reader engagementAssist the breaking news teams during hours outside the normal newsgathering day, including weekends and holidaysWork with a remote team to bring your vision of weekly business tabloid content from edited copy to layout and design modeIdentify key dates and application materials for various industry foundations and organizations that support newsroom fellowships, such as Report for America and the California Local News FellowshipWhat you will bring:

Proven success using analytics to guide news coverageProficiency in curating and producing newsletters3-5 of professional journalism experience in a newsroomExperience employing social media to find story ideas and sources and to promote coverageAbility to edit and write copy in a clear fashion, free of errors, and using AP StyleSupervisory experience leading a team of writers or digital producersStrong organizational skills, including the ability to identify key newsgathering elements up to 12 months in advance for the editorial and photo calendarSkillfulness at identifying talent, from reporting candidates to freelancers and beginning career journalists

Benefits and Compensation:

The salary range is $80,000 - $95,000 + cell stipend. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information:http://www.mybensite.

com/mngWho we are:

The Press Democrat, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is the leading source of news and information for Sonoma and Napa counties. We are dedicated to providing in-depth local journalism that informs, engages, and holds power accountable. As part of the Northern California Community Newspapers group, The Press Democrat joins forces with sister publications across the region to provide comprehensive local and regional coverage. We are a dynamic, community-focused news organization committed to serving our readers with integrity and innovation across print and digital platforms. Join a team passionate about making a difference in the communities we cover."4x Built In Best Places to Work Winner - 2023-2026"

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

How To Apply:

Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here.

Closing Date:

Continuous recruitment until the position is filled

Conditions of Employment:

A full pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks