VP Executive Editor, TT

American Trucking Association•Washington, DC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The VP Executive Editor of Transport Topics oversees all editorial operations and serves as a leading voice for coverage of the trucking industry. The role provides strategic leadership to the editorial team, sets the publication’s editorial direction, and ensures the production of high-quality content. The VP Executive Editor shapes the publication’s voice, fosters impactful journalism, maintains editorial integrity, and helps ensure Transport Topics remains a trusted source of news and information for the trucking and transportation industry. The position requires adherence to company policies and procedures and promotion of a team-based work environment. The incumbent should manage time and workload effectively, work in a fast-paced environment with a positive and professional disposition, and report to work on time prepared to perform the role’s duties. The role oversees editorial planning, development, and execution; works with reporters, editors, and freelance contributors on story ideas and coverage; and ensures accurate, engaging, timely journalism that meets ethical, legal, and industry standards. It maintains editorial standards and style, develops editorial policies, monitors industry developments, and builds relationships with stakeholders, experts, and contributors. The VP Executive Editor also aligns editorial strategy with organizational goals in collaboration with executive leadership, manages editorial resources and budget, and mentors and develops editorial staff. Work is sedentary and generally performed in an office environment. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The position is a leadership opportunity within the American Trucking Associations, a trade association representing the trucking industry. ATA describes itself as a 90-year-old federation with state trucking association affiliates in all 50 states and says it represents sectors ranging from LTL and truckload to agriculture, livestock, auto hauling, large motor carriers, and small family-owned operations. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Relocation assistance is not provided. ATA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
At least 12 years of progressive editorial experience in a newspaper, media organization, or related publication.
Experience serving as an Executive Editor, Managing Editor, or in a comparable leadership role.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the trucking and transportation industry.
Exceptional editorial judgment and ability to identify impactful stories and meaningful coverage opportunities.
Strong leadership, management, and team-development skills.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Thorough understanding of journalistic ethics, standards, and best practices.
Familiarity with AP Style and other industry-standard editorial guidelines.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet demanding deadlines.
Strong analytical, strategic-thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency with digital publishing platforms and content management systems.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and evolving news environments.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive and professional disposition.
Consistently report to work on time prepared to perform the duties of the position.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and direction to the editorial team.
Oversee the planning, development, and execution of editorial content.
Collaborate with reporters, editors, and freelance contributors to generate story ideas and coverage opportunities.
Ensure news articles, features, and special reports are accurate, engaging, and timely.
Uphold ethical journalism standards and ensure compliance with legal and industry-specific guidelines.
Maintain editorial standards, style, and integrity, and develop and implement editorial policies and guidelines.
Monitor industry trends and developments to inform editorial decisions and coverage priorities.
Stay current on emerging issues, trends, and news affecting the trucking and transportation industries.
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, industry experts, and contributors.
Collaborate with executive leadership to align editorial strategies with organizational goals.
Oversee resource allocation and manage the editorial budget.
Mentor, coach, and develop editorial staff members.
Adhere to company policies and procedures and promote a team-based work environment.
Manage and prioritize workload and demonstrate flexible and efficient time management.