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 in newsroom
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 staffers, directing content, and coordinating with digital and print production teams on an hour-to-hour basis.
  • Candidates must possess five years of both reporting and management experience at a daily newspaper or similar organization.

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 in newsroom
  • Strong AP style knowledge and editing skills
  • Proficiency with print and digital CMS tools
  • Deep grounding in key NYC issues

Nice-to-have

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

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
  • 5 years of reporting experience at a daily newspaper
  • 5 years of management experience at a daily newspaper

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