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 an experienced editor to lead business coverage for its North Bay Business Journal and The Press Democrat, focusing on various sectors, including tourism, tech, and agriculture. The ideal candidate should have a passion for digital journalism, strong editing skills, and the ability to innovate using social and visual media

Job Summary

  • The Press Democrat is seeking an editor to guide business coverage across the North Bay region including tech, real estate, and wine industries.
  • The role involves overseeing newsletters, utilizing analytics to optimize audience engagement, and collaborating on strategic planning with the events team.
  • Compensation includes a salary range of $80,000 - $95,000 plus a cell stipend, along with medical, dental, life insurance, and 401k benefits.

Matching Summary

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The Press Democrat is seeking an experienced editor to lead business coverage for its North Bay Business Journal and The Press Democrat, focusing on various sectors, including tourism, tech, and agriculture. The ideal candidate should have a passion for digital journalism, strong editing skills, and the ability to innovate using social and visual media.

Salary

Base: $80,000 - $95,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, life, disability, 401k, PTO, 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 proficiency
  • Social media story sourcing and promotion
  • Supervisory experience leading writers or producers

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for digital-first journalism innovation
  • Experience with visual and multimedia storytelling
  • Ability to foster creative newsroom environment
  • Networking skills within local community
  • Willingness to work weekends and holidays

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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