City Editor

Southern California News Group

San Bernardino, California, US
Base: $70,000; bonus/equity: phone stipend include...
Onsite
Five years editing experience at a newspaper
Solid command of ap style and legal standards
Ability to work weekends, holidays, and off hours
The Southern California News Group is seeking a City Editor to lead their Inland Empire news team, focusing on local governance in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. The ideal candidate will have substantial editing experience and the ability to produce compelling news coverage in a fast-paced environment

Job Summary

  • The role involves supervising a team of reporters to coordinate and edit news coverage for the Inland Empire region.
  • 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 their Inland Empire news team, focusing on local governance in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. The ideal candidate will have substantial editing experience and the ability to produce compelling news coverage in a fast-paced environment.

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, holidays, and off hours
  • Experience supervising reporters in breaking news
  • Strong organizational and story structure skills

Nice-to-have

  • Existing contacts within Riverside and San Bernardino market
  • Genuine enthusiasm for community accountability journalism
  • Experience with social media and emerging platforms

Key Requirements

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

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