Adams Publishing Group
Managing Editor - Isle MN
Adams Publishing Group, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States,
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Full-Time Regular [30 or more hrs/wk]
Isle, MN, US6 days ago
Requisition ID: 1615Full-Time Regular [30 or more hrs/wk]Requisition ID: 1094ApplyAPG of East Central Minnesota is seeking a
Managing Editor
for the Mille Lacs Messenger.The Managing Editor is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the newsroom. This role will develop story and content ideas, coordinate work of reporters and photographers, post digital content, and coordinate production schedules to ensure press times are met. The ideal candidate will work with integrity in upholding organizational values and ethics while driving readership for the paper’s print and online editions.Develop story or content ideas, considering reader or audience appeal. Monitors and selects news items by utilizing all news sources such as press releases, telephone contacts, radio, television, wire services and other reporters.Coordinate work of reporters. Assign topics, events and stories to individual reporters for coverage.Writes leading or policy editorials. Collect, establish facts and draw valid conclusions, using intuition and experience to compliment data.Completes reporting and photography assignments as needed.Determines placement of stories based on relative significance, available space, and knowledge of layout principles.
Marks layout sheets to indicate position of each story and accompanying photos.Writes and rewrites headlines, captions, columns, articles, and stories to conform to publication’s style, editorial policy, and publishing requirements. Selects and crops photographs and illustrative materials to conform to space and subject matter requirements.Directs copy editors in modifying copy to conform to space requirements. Verifies facts, dates, and statistics using standard reference sources.Reviews and approves proofs submitted by production.Responsible for layout of paper and skill using InDesign and Photoshop.Authority and Relationships:Works closely with people within the communities served, business and community leaders, requiring a high level of integrity and tact as a representative of Mille Lacs Messenger. Closely works with a wide variety of internal associates to meet quality and production goals.Qualifications:Education & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Journalism, Mass Communications or related field.Minimum 2 years editorial experience.Skills & AbilitiesStrong communication, writing and editing skills and solid news judgment is essential.Skilled in writing articles for newspaper publications that conform to prescribed style and format. Knowledge of Associated Press style.Ability to work independently as well as a collaborative team member within departments.Ability to organize, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure.Strong understanding of multimedia technology.Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet Adams Publishing Group driver qualifications.Experience with InDesign, Photoshop and Word.Schedule:Exempt, full-timeCompetitive medical, dental and vision insurance; company-paid disability and term life insurance; a generous PTO policy with PTO accrual beginning on the first day of employment; company-paid holidays; and a 401(k) plan with discretionary matching. In addition, APG associates have access to discounts on a wide variety of products, services, flights, rental vehicles and more.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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Full-Time Regular [30 or more hrs/wk]
Isle, MN, US6 days ago
Requisition ID: 1615Full-Time Regular [30 or more hrs/wk]Requisition ID: 1094ApplyAPG of East Central Minnesota is seeking a
Managing Editor
for the Mille Lacs Messenger.The Managing Editor is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the newsroom. This role will develop story and content ideas, coordinate work of reporters and photographers, post digital content, and coordinate production schedules to ensure press times are met. The ideal candidate will work with integrity in upholding organizational values and ethics while driving readership for the paper’s print and online editions.Develop story or content ideas, considering reader or audience appeal. Monitors and selects news items by utilizing all news sources such as press releases, telephone contacts, radio, television, wire services and other reporters.Coordinate work of reporters. Assign topics, events and stories to individual reporters for coverage.Writes leading or policy editorials. Collect, establish facts and draw valid conclusions, using intuition and experience to compliment data.Completes reporting and photography assignments as needed.Determines placement of stories based on relative significance, available space, and knowledge of layout principles.
Marks layout sheets to indicate position of each story and accompanying photos.Writes and rewrites headlines, captions, columns, articles, and stories to conform to publication’s style, editorial policy, and publishing requirements. Selects and crops photographs and illustrative materials to conform to space and subject matter requirements.Directs copy editors in modifying copy to conform to space requirements. Verifies facts, dates, and statistics using standard reference sources.Reviews and approves proofs submitted by production.Responsible for layout of paper and skill using InDesign and Photoshop.Authority and Relationships:Works closely with people within the communities served, business and community leaders, requiring a high level of integrity and tact as a representative of Mille Lacs Messenger. Closely works with a wide variety of internal associates to meet quality and production goals.Qualifications:Education & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Journalism, Mass Communications or related field.Minimum 2 years editorial experience.Skills & AbilitiesStrong communication, writing and editing skills and solid news judgment is essential.Skilled in writing articles for newspaper publications that conform to prescribed style and format. Knowledge of Associated Press style.Ability to work independently as well as a collaborative team member within departments.Ability to organize, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure.Strong understanding of multimedia technology.Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet Adams Publishing Group driver qualifications.Experience with InDesign, Photoshop and Word.Schedule:Exempt, full-timeCompetitive medical, dental and vision insurance; company-paid disability and term life insurance; a generous PTO policy with PTO accrual beginning on the first day of employment; company-paid holidays; and a 401(k) plan with discretionary matching. In addition, APG associates have access to discounts on a wide variety of products, services, flights, rental vehicles and more.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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