Editor
Adams Communications Co•Forest Lake, MN
•Onsite
About The Position
The Editor is the key staff editor in handling day-to-day reporting, editing and story selection, copy editing, proofing, design and pagination of the newspaper, including special or niche publications as required. The Editor assists in choosing content and determining story and graphics placements for the news and features sections, and oversees their overall design. The Editor must demonstrate extraordinary news judgment in choosing stories and advising in the placement of local stories.
Requirements
- Bachelor or other 4-year degree in journalism or a related field, or equivalent
- Strong planning orientation
- Professional proficiency in reading, writing and speaking English
- Valid driver's license and proof of insurance
- Basic literacy in computer software, including word processing and Internet browsing/research
- Thorough familiarity with AP Style and local modifications
- Familiarity with InDesign and Blox
- Knowledge of current design trends and advancements
- Ability to maintain a calm, objective and professional demeanor in adverse or emergency situations
- Ability to cordially handle inquiries or observations from the public, including angry responses
- Ability to treat all other newsroom workers with dignity and respect while defining and enforcing expectations
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience as an editor
- Demonstrated growth and progressive responsibilities as an editor
Responsibilities
- Handling day-to-day reporting, editing and story selection
- Copy editing, proofing, design and pagination of the newspaper, including special or niche publications
- Choosing content and determining story and graphics placements for the news and features sections
- Overseeing the overall design of the newspaper
- Demonstrating extraordinary news judgment in choosing stories and advising in the placement of local stories
- Interacting successfully with others in a business setting, especially working effectively with reporters and other editors
- Working collaboratively in a team environment to meet customer needs, including effective interdepartmental relationships with the Advertising, Circulation, Business and Production departments
- Working successfully with others in a busy, deadline-driven environment
- Maintaining regular attendance
- Copy editing stories and proof pages for accuracy, fairness, completeness, grammar, style, syntax, organization and clarity on deadline
- Writing clear and effective headlines, decks, subheads, call-out quotations and cutlines
- Designing for clarity and maximum visual impact on deadline
- Coaching reporters developing their editing, news judgment and design skills
- Meeting and enforcing multiple deadlines
- Making quick, confident, informed decisions, acting promptly and following through effectively
- Being familiar with current libel, copyright, public access and open meeting regulations
- Managing time effectively
- Ensuring issues affecting work performance are addressed and resolved
- Ensuring two-way communication occurs by listening and by providing useful information
- Ensuring company policies are followed and enforced
- Ensuring accident reports, timecards, performance reviews, etc. are completed on time
- Developing and standardizing procedures to improve efficiency
- Coordinating with other departments, publications, offices and buildings to create a smooth work flow
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
