Managing Editor - Newspaper

News-Press & Gazette Company • St. Joseph, MO

3h • Onsite

About The Position

The St. Joseph News-Press, a trusted community newspaper serving northwest
Missouri, is seeking an experienced Managing Editor
to help lead our newsroom
and guide daily news operations across print, digital, and multimedia platforms.

This is a hands-on leadership role for a strong editor and newsroom manager who
values accuracy, integrity, teamwork, and community-focused journalism. The
position is a full-time, exempt role that is eligible for our wide array of
benefits. To best acquaint you with our benefits, please visit our benefit
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Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred
• Experience in a senior or supervisory editorial role preferred
• Strong leadership and team-management skills
• Excellent editorial judgment and attention to detail
• Superior writing, editing, and communication skills
• Comfort working under pressure and managing multiple deadlines
• Commitment to journalistic ethics, fairness, and accuracy
• Ability to pass required drug screening and background checks
• Must possess a driver’s license, adequate vehicle insurance and an acceptable driving record

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a multimedia newsroom environment is a plus

Responsibilities

• Help oversee daily newsroom operations and workflows to ensure timely, accurate, and impactful coverage
• Lead, mentor, and support the newsroom staff
• Edit and review stories and multimedia content for clarity, accuracy, and adherence to journalistic standards
• Coordinate editorial planning and contribute to the newsroom’s editorial calendar
• Collaborate with digital, broadcast, and social media teams to deliver cohesive cross-platform coverage
• Help develop and implement editorial policies, procedures, and best practices
• Make sound editorial decisions in fast-paced, deadline-driven situations
• Build and maintain relationships with community leaders and external partners

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager