Deputy Metro Editor

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New York, US
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 works with senior leadership to develop strategies ensuring the NY Daily News meets audience needs across digital and print platforms

Job Summary

  • The Deputy Metro Editor works with senior leadership to develop strategies ensuring the NY Daily News meets audience needs across digital and print platforms.
  • This role requires assigning stories, directing major projects, and utilizing analytics to ensure content resonates with readers while tracking competitors.
  • Candidates must possess five years of both reporting and management experience at a daily newspaper along with a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.

Matching Summary

The Deputy Metro Editor works with senior leadership to develop strategies ensuring the NY Daily News meets audience needs across digital and print platforms.

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
  • Leveraging SEO to build audience
  • Experience managing anonymous sources
  • Knowledge of fair use and copyright laws

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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