Business Editor, Omaha World-Herald
About The Position
The Omaha World-Herald is seeking a hard-charging, multi-dimensional journalist to lead the next phase of our business coverage. This is a key newsroom role tied to a coverage area central to our growth strategy. We’re looking for a player/coach who can produce high-impact journalism across platforms while helping shape coverage priorities, mentor colleagues, and contribute to new product launches. Omaha is home to Berkshire Hathaway and multiple other Fortune 500 companies. Nebraska is the No. 1 state in the country for beef exports and a top exporter of corn, soybeans, and other agricultural products. It’s one of the most under-covered, high-impact business environments in the country. We’re looking for a razor-sharp journalist who can distill complicated topics for a broad audience while helping set the agenda for a business community with a rich history and ambitious growth targets.
Requirements
- Proven track record of delivering high-impact business journalism in a fast-paced, competitive market
- Comfortable operating as both a reporter and a newsroom leader
- Fluent across platforms, including newsletters, podcasts, and short-form video
- Understand how business intersects politics, policy, and everyday life in Nebraska
- Bring energy, curiosity, and a drive to build audience and deliver a best-in-class product
- At least three years of relevant reporting experience
Nice To Haves
- Leadership experience is a plus
Responsibilities
- Produce high-impact journalism across platforms
- Shape coverage priorities
- Mentor colleagues
- Contribute to new product launches
- Distill complicated topics for a broad audience
- Help set the agenda for a business community
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Career growth opportunities
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Company provided life insurance
- Supplemental life insurance
- 401K retirement plan with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Paid parental leave for new parents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
