Business Editor

Hearst•Dallas, TX

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Dallas Morning News is seeking an ambitious and skilled Business Editor to lead coverage of one of the most consequential economic regions in the country. This role offers the opportunity to define how a major newspaper covers a city and state undergoing significant transformation. Texas is experiencing rapid population growth, reshaping industries, straining infrastructure, and raising questions about access, equity, and opportunity. Dallas-Fort Worth is a hub for major companies, airlines, and sports franchises, with a growing financial footprint indicated by the rise of "Y'all Street" and the Texas Stock Exchange. The ideal candidate will possess strong editing instincts, a track record of developing talent, and the drive to build something impactful. Experience in digital storytelling, data journalism, and audience development is advantageous. Dallas offers a competitive cost of living, a growing talent pool, and a dynamic environment that rewards ambition.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field
5 years or more of business journalism or related experience
Ability to innovate and quickly iterate to develop new strategies for engaging audiences
Strong news judgment and a commitment to accuracy
Track record of adapting quickly and moving at the speed of news
Strong communication and collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in digital storytelling
Experience in data journalism
Experience in audience development

Responsibilities

Lead a team of two assistant editors, 10 reporters, and two columnists to produce distinctive business journalism, including enterprise, features, and breaking news, for print, newsletters, and digital platforms.
Champion diverse voices, subjects, and perspectives across all levels of coverage.
Own analytics by tracking performance, developing insights from data, and communicating goals, wins, and losses to the team and newsroom leadership.
Edit stories to ensure they are reported fairly, accurately, and thoroughly, with sharp, compelling writing that serves the audience and withstands scrutiny.
Build and develop talent through regular one-on-ones, coaching, feedback, performance management, and handling all aspects of hiring.
Collaborate with departments inside and outside the newsroom to maximize the editorial and revenue potential of business content, including video, audio, and special digital initiatives.
Stay hands-on by bringing strong news judgment, a willingness to create content when needed, and the organizational ability to manage multiple priorities on deadline.
Communicate proactively and consistently with the supervisor about coverage goals, team performance, and major initiatives.
Oversee scheduling, workload distribution, and day-to-day team operations, while also contributing to newsroom-wide projects and initiatives.