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Bay State Banner Managing Editor in Dorchester, MA [1]

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Date: 2023-10

The Bay State Banner is one of the most-read print and digital media outlets in Massachusetts. Each week our stories reach millions of people, and we’re seeking to expand our coverage by adding a Managing editor to our team. The Banner has been covering Massachusetts communities of color for more than 58 years.

We are in search of an enterprising Managing Editor who loves news and telling valuable local stories.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a news leadership role, or comparable experience

Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Short- and long-term news coverage planning is essential

Manage multiple assignments in a high pressure,

news environment

Strong journalistic skills and news judgement

Willing to work extra hours on short notice

Contribute two news stories weekly

Edit and confer on Editorials

Responsibilities •The Managing Editor assists in helping to run the day-to -day operations of the newsroom • Content editing stories •Recruiting freelancers •Manage, coach and schedule news staff •Work with news management to decide weekly stories and help to arrange and coordinate news content •Generate news stories and execute news coverage by coordinating journalists •Assist the publishers to manage all aspects of the News Department •Helps oversee weekly news coverage • Editing and the Op-ed page • Assisting the publishers on Editorials • Gathering/arranging art to illustrate stories • Writing headlines • Selecting front page stories

The Managing Editor:

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