Assistant Director - CNC

A newly formed, nonprofit news collaborative launching on Florida’s dynamic west coast is seeking an Executive Editor to lead a small team of experienced reporters who will create content for use by media partners in Sarasota, Manatee and DeSoto counties. The Community News Collaborative is dedicated to creating journalism with reach that connects communities; improves quality of life through information, understanding and empowerment; and fosters a more informed, passionate and civic-minded population. The inaugural Executive Editor will shape a model for private/philanthropic journalism endeavors serving in a role that balances journalist, liaison and community interface. They will thrive on change and innovation and will be a strong advocate for diversity in hiring and in coverage. They must be able to inspire and strategize while sniffing out great stories, serving the interests of the collaborative’s participants and their consumers by producing balanced, high-quality journalism, and understanding Southwest Florida’s rich history, current challenges and dynamic people. The Community News Collaborative will be housed at WUSF Public Media which is part of the University of South Florida. CNC executive editor and staff will enjoy the benefits of being a USF employee.