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 works with senior leadership to develop strategies ensuring the NY Daily News meets audience needs

Job Summary

  • The Deputy Metro Editor works 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.
  • The position offers a salary range of $80,000 - $100,000 along with medical, dental, life insurance, and 401k benefits.

Matching Summary

The Deputy Metro Editor works 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, 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
  • Deep grounding in key NYC issues
  • Proficiency with print and digital CMS

Nice-to-have

  • Strong headline writing skills for digital and print
  • Leveraging SEO to build audience
  • Knowledge of fair use and copyright laws
  • Experience with media ethics and anonymous sources
  • Ability to work days or nights shifts

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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