What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Editor position at PrintSource?
The Tribune-Review/TribLIVE.com is seeking an assistant editor for its weekly newspapers that cover Allegheny County’s suburbs. The successful candidate will have knowledge of local government and be passionate about community journalism. We are looking for an editor who understands that coverage of a municipal meeting or breaking news is equally important to the community as a benefit spaghetti dinner is.
Excellent news judgment, the ability to multitask and work on deadlines are musts. Successful candidates will also understand the importance of print and online working together to reach a hyper-local audience.
Job duties & responsibilities
Manage, assign, and edit content in multiple weekly newspapers and keep their respective websites updated daily.
Work with staff writers and stringers as they produce a variety of content ranging from breaking news and meeting coverage to features and enterprise stories.
Work closely with colleagues to coordinate graphics, photos, and videos.
Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field.
Minimum of three years of professional journalism experience.
Strong command of grammar and AP style.
Some evenings and weekends are required.
Trib Total Media offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and more.
Interested applicants may apply at www.tribtotalmedia.com/jobs.
Trib Total Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.
Pursuant to the company's COVID-19 mitigation policy, all individuals must be fully vaccinated upon commencing employment, subject to legal required exemptions (such as a medical condition, disability or a sincerely held religious belief).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Pursuant to the company's COVID-19 mitigation policy, all individuals must be fully vaccinated upon commencing employment, subject to legal required exemptions (such as a medical condition, disability or a sincerely held religious belief).
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple Locations