Deputy Metro Editor

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New York, New York, United States
Base: $80,000 - $100,000; bonus/equity: not specif...
5 years reporting experience at daily newspaper
5 years management experience at daily newspaper
Strong ap style knowledge and editing skills
The Deputy Metro Editor collaborates with senior leadership to develop strategies ensuring the NY Daily News meets audience needs

Job Summary

  • The Deputy Metro Editor collaborates with senior leadership to develop strategies ensuring the NY Daily News meets audience needs.
  • This role requires managing reporters, directing major projects, and closely monitoring analytics to track competitor performance hour-to-hour.
  • Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree and at least five years of combined reporting and management experience at a daily newspaper.

Matching Summary

The Deputy Metro Editor collaborates with senior leadership to develop strategies ensuring the NY Daily News meets audience needs.

Salary

Base: $80,000 - $100,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, life, disability insurance, 401k, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5 years reporting experience at daily newspaper
  • 5 years management experience at daily newspaper
  • Strong AP style knowledge and editing skills
  • Proficiency with print and digital CMS
  • Deep grounding in key NYC issues

Nice-to-have

  • Strong headline writing skills for digital and print
  • Experience leveraging SEO to build audience
  • Knowledge of fair use and copyright laws
  • Ability to work flexible days or night shifts

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
  • 5 years reporting experience at a daily newspaper
  • 5 years management experience at a daily newspaper
  • Pass pre-employment background check

Work Rights

Not specified

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