Full-Time News Editor

Host daily story meetings to discuss, plan, and assign stories that will hook local readers.

Review and edit stories with an eye for clarity and reader engagement.

Optimize stories for a digital-only audience, including SEO.

Curate website and newsletter content with the ability to recognize the best placement based on significance, timeliness, and reader engagement.

Offer feedback and coach reporters to enhance digital storytelling abilities.

Mine social media, including Reddit, X, Bluesky, Instagram, Facebook, and more, for story ideas and what's trending in the local coverage area.

Keep on top of Google Trends, internal analytics, and other tools to identify topics for coverage that will resonate with readers and drive page views.

Requirements:

• Diploma or degree in journalism or a related field.
• 5 years of professional experience as an editor.
• Strong organizational skills to manage assignments, projects, and deadlines with up-to-date tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, and adapt quickly.
• Excellent news judgment and the ability to identify topics for coverage.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills.
• Understanding of social media and SEO best practices.
• Familiarity with Canadian libel law and Canadian Press style.

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