Managing Editor, Berks County bureau

$80,000 - $90,000/Yr

Spotlight Pa - Reading, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Reading, PA

About the position

Spotlight PA is seeking a managing editor to lead its new bureau in Berks County, focusing on producing in-depth investigative and public-service reporting. This role involves shaping coverage plans, supervising reporters, and collaborating with community partners to ensure impactful journalism that serves the public good.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Berks County bureau and shape coverage plans ahead of the bureau's launch in April 2025.
• Supervise three reporters to execute the newsroom's goal of creating compelling accountability and public-service journalism.
• Mentor and coach reporters across various beats including city/county government and social issues.
• Produce a newsletter focused on Berks County and handle other assigned duties.
• Collaborate with community partners and participate in in-person editorial and fundraising events.

Requirements

• Experience overseeing, editing, and executing local journalism from idea through publication.
• Strong editing and story organization skills.
• Enthusiasm for working one-on-one with reporters at various career stages.
• Ability to bring big ideas to the table and execute them effectively.
• Experience working in a collaborative environment with external partners.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong working knowledge of Reading and/or Berks County.
• Experience in innovative and experimental storytelling methods.

Benefits

• Full-time position with benefits.
• Salary range of $80,000-$90,000 depending on experience.