Managing Editor

We are seeking an experienced copy editor to lead two energetic and passionate newspaper staffs at The Valley Times-News in Lanett, Alabama, and The LaGrange Daily News in LaGrange, Georgia. As a newspaper editor with our Boone Newsmedia affiliates, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our publications and communities. We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about journalism, excels at copy editing, possesses impeccable news judgment and loves chasing news stories.

Responsibilities:

· Oversee two news staffs located in Lanett, Alabama, and LaGrange, Georgia, ensuring accurate and high-quality coverage of local news in both locations.

· Collaborate with the publisher to establish news budgets for each edition, assign stories and ensure comprehensive community news coverage.

· Lead pagination and design of the daily newspaper, special sections, and magazines.

· Capture high-quality photos for story coverage using a staff camera or personal DSLR and edit photos using Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop.

· Utilize strong knowledge of major social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) to post breaking news immediately and effectively engage with the audience. Proficiency in using WordPress is required.

· Use data tools such as Google Analytics to inform news coverage decisions on a regular basis.

· Provide football coverage on Friday nights during the fall season and assist with other sports coverage as needed throughout the year.

· Live in Chambers County, Alabama, or Troup County, Georgia, as a requirement for the position.

· Be available for night and weekend work as necessary.

· Represent our newspapers at community events, serving as a professional face of our leadership team.