Editor

The Press Democrat

Sonoma County, California, US
Base: $80,000 - $95,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Fully remote
3-5 years professional journalism experience
Strong ap style editing skills
Analytics-driven news coverage strategy
The Press Democrat is seeking a passionate editor to lead its business coverage for the North Bay Business Journal and The Press Democrat, focusing on various regional industries. The ideal candidate will possess strong editing and digital journalism skills, and will thrive in a collaborative and innovative newsroom environment

Job Summary

  • The Press Democrat is seeking an editor to guide business coverage across the North Bay region including tech, real estate, and the wine industry.
  • The role requires a strong editor passionate about digital innovation who will oversee newsletters, utilize analytics for story optimization, and lead special events.
  • Compensation includes a salary range of $80,000 - $95,000 plus a cell stipend and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401k.

Matching Summary

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The Press Democrat is seeking a passionate editor to lead its business coverage for the North Bay Business Journal and The Press Democrat, focusing on various regional industries. The ideal candidate will possess strong editing and digital journalism skills, and will thrive in a collaborative and innovative newsroom environment.

Salary

Base: $80,000 - $95,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, life, disability insurance, 401k, paid time off, cell stipend

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3-5 years professional journalism experience
  • Strong AP Style editing skills
  • Analytics-driven news coverage strategy
  • Newsletter curation and production
  • Social media story sourcing and promotion
  • Supervisory experience leading writers

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for digital-first journalism
  • Creative and dynamic environment fosterer
  • Networking and interpersonal relationship building
  • Multimedia integration expertise
  • Strategic planning collaboration skills

Key Requirements

  • 3-5 years of professional journalism experience
  • Proven supervisory experience leading teams
  • Proficiency in AP Style and error-free writing

Work Rights

Not specified

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