Senior Editor

The Ledger-Enquirer in Columbus, Ga., is looking for its next senior editor. This leader will be responsible for handling the newsroom’s content, strategy, personnel and experimentation. The ideal candidate should be comfortable juggling and shifting priorities throughout the day, and not afraid to take a hands-on approach with editing. You’ll also work collaboratively with other editors in our region (across Georgia, Mississippi and the Carolinas) which means having a built-in support system. This editor will be expected to utilize digital analytics to the newsroom’s benefit while understanding some key nuances. You should be comfortable analyzing story performance, identifying audiences and how we reach them, and collaborating with other teams to distribute that content to multiple platforms. There also may be times when you need to implement a new initiative or shift strategies within the newsroom. We’re looking for a person who can relay those changes clearly and be a support system for his or her staff throughout that transition. Lastly, you’ll be the local “face” of the organization at community events or meetings. This person should be excited about forming partnerships with organizations, other leaders and readers across the area.