Specialty Managing Editor

Within the spirit of "Making People's Dreams Come True", this position defines the high-end of explanatory journalism by covering a complex topic in a sophisticated way. They direct key coverage areas as both beat reporters and project editors, encouraging innovative storytelling techniques, fostering an atmosphere of collaboration and advancing the development of newsroom staff. This position is also responsible for delivering Raving Fans customer service to both internal and external customers.

Full-Time, On-Site position.

Competitive salary based on experience, starting at $57,597.59 per year.

Benefits for Full-time Eligible Positions:

Medical (HSA/FSA), Dental, and Vision Insurance | 401k and/or ROTH | PTO & Paid Holidays | Basic Life & AD&D | The Villages® Charter School eligibility | and much more!

Responsibilities:

Generate a steady stream of in depth stories for publication or broadcast.
Demonstrate a deep level of subject matter mastery, data analysis and ability to comfortably interface with sources at the highest levels of organizational power.
Gather and verify factual information and authentic detail through interview, observation, and research. Utilize a range of writing techniques within established style, standards and deadlines.
Translate bureaucratic lingo into clear, concise and reader-friendly language.
May appear on affiliated TV programs or radio broadcasts, and may be required to write for The Villages Magazine.

Editor Tasks:

Articulate a vision of journalistic excellence and provide the leadership necessary to achieve the highest level of quality.
Exercise solid judgment by originating or approving content ideas from their team.
Deliver a strong community news report by making sound editing decisions, deploying resources strategically and directing superior work under deadline pressure.
Edit copy and/or visual elements to ensure that slanderous, libelous and profane statements are avoided or deleted.
Consult legal counsel as needed to ensure that policies and operating procedures comply with federal and state law.
Represent the newspaper at professional and civic functions, trade shows, social events, and other gatherings to
Strengthen community relations and support recruiting efforts.
Assesses the staff’s training needs and makes recommendations for meeting them.
Take appropriate action with respect to costs and revenues to ensure the department meets its budget goals.
Foster a culture of collaboration and contribute to a healthy team dynamic.

Education/Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and five years’ experience producing newsgathering under the pressure of daily deadlines.
Must be computer proficient and familiar with online databases and other research tools and possess a working knowledge of news photography.
Must have a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to company standards.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Performs supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance, addressing complaints and resolving problems.