Editor

Adams Communications Co • Easton, MD

2d • $45,000 - $55,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Star-Democrat in Easton, Maryland, is seeking a seasoned Managing Editor to supervise and coordinate the newsroom. This role involves directing or participating in the development, writing, and editing of news stories, assigning work to reporters, and mentoring them. The ideal candidate will be a coach and mentor, passionate, creative, highly technical, and driven to succeed in a competitive, fast-paced environment. Accuracy is paramount, with a desire to leverage knowledge and skills to share news stories with local communities. The role requires nimbleness to adapt to an ever-changing workflow, strong teamwork, a positive attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to multitask, meet tight deadlines, and remain calm under pressure. The editor will ensure stories are ready for immediate digital posting and manage the demands of both digital and print journalism. The Star-Democrat is part of the APG/Chesapeake group, located on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, serving Talbot, Dorchester, and Caroline Counties.

Requirements

• Seasoned editor
• Passionate, creative, and highly technical
• Driven to flourish in a competitive, fast-paced environment
• Fiercely accurate
• Nimble, with the ability to pivot in an ever-changing workflow
• Team player with a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask, meet tight deadlines, and remain calm under pressure

Nice To Haves

• Experience in digital and print journalism

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the work of the newsroom.
• Direct or participate in developing, writing, and editing news stories.
• Assign work to reporters and help them develop their stories.
• Act as a coach and mentor to reporters.
• Ensure stories are ready for immediate digital posting.
• Juggle the demands of digital and print journalism.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health plans
• Personal time off
• Discretionary retirement contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed