City Editor

Southern California News Group

San Bernardino, CA, US
Base: $70,000; bonus/equity: phone stipend include...
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Five years editing experience at a newspaper
Solid command of ap style and legal standards
Ability to work weekends and holidays
** The Southern California News Group is seeking a City Editor to lead the Inland Empire news team, focusing on local government coverage in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. The ideal candidate should have at least five years of editing experience, strong organizational skills, and a passion for community news. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves supervising a team of reporters to coordinate and edit news coverage for Riverside and San Bernardino counties.
  • Candidates must be flexible to work weekends, holidays, and off-hours to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • The position offers a salary of $70,000 plus a phone stipend, along with medical, dental, life insurance, and 401k benefits.

Matching Summary

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** The Southern California News Group is seeking a City Editor to lead the Inland Empire news team, focusing on local government coverage in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. The ideal candidate should have at least five years of editing experience, strong organizational skills, and a passion for community news. **

Salary

Base: $70,000; Bonus/Equity: Phone stipend included; Benefits: Medical, dental, life, disability, 401k, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Five years editing experience at a newspaper
  • Solid command of AP style and legal standards
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays
  • Experience supervising reporters in breaking news
  • Strong organizational and story structure skills

Nice-to-have

  • Existing contacts within the defined market
  • Genuine enthusiasm for community news
  • Understanding of emerging web and mobile platforms
  • Ability to coach reporters of all levels

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Pass pre-employment background check and MVR

Work Rights

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