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Managing Editor

Managing Editor

American City Business Journals • Houston, TX
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Overview

The Houston Business Journal is looking for a Managing Editor to help lead and grow our newsroom. This person is charged with guiding the constant programming efforts of the content team and, as such, must possess a solid news sense, an ability to make snap judgments about the proper treatment of stories, and a high level of confidence in orchestrating the many simultaneous actions of the editorial team members.

Job Responsibilities

While the ME oversees and ensures the smooth flow of content from conception to publishing on all platforms, the ideal candidate is particularly adept at and has a particular passion for digital excellence.

Duties

  • Employ whip smart news judgment and a solid news sense
  • Make smart snap judgments about how best to tell stories
  • Manage both people and content exceedingly well
  • Motivate and help the newsroom tell compelling stories
  • Inspire, motivate and mentor reporters, editors and other staff members
  • Keep the newsroom organized, on time and on the rails
  • Embrace and manage growth and change
  • Believe that serving your audience is a newsroom's chief responsibility
  • Communicate exceptionally well
  • Create a collegial, collaborative newsroom culture and vibe

Skills & Experience

  • 5+ years with demonstrated success in a top leadership role preferred.
  • An understanding of the changing media landscape and ability to develop strategies to address market and consumer change.
  • Effective time management skills.
  • The ability to exceed expectations in a results-oriented environment.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • BA/BS degree preferred.
  • Must have experience with InDesign and similar platforms if applicable.
  • Experience in MS Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Must have experience using Teams, Webex, Zoom or related communication platforms.

Additional Job Information

The well-being of our employees is paramount. For that reason, ACBJ offers a variety of rich and competitive benefits including bundled health, dental and vision plans designed to meet our employees' needs. We also provide programs to support mental health and wellness and a generous time-off policy in support of taking the time needed to recharge.

Here are just a few of our programs:

* Paid Parental Leave
* 401K Plan with Employer Match
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* Employee Assistance Program
* Multiple Employee Dependent Scholarship Programs
* Commuter Flexible Spending
* Lifestyle Programs (Including incentives for healthy habits)
* Medical Infertility Services
* Corporate discount programs
* Employee Recognition/Service Awards
* And so much more!

(Benefits coverage indicated above may be based on employee participation in benefit programs and eligibility)

Salary Range

Negotiable

Compliance Statement

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable city, state or federal law. Appropriate CDC guidelines are being followed for the protection of our employees and customers.
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