Managing Producer - Trends Editor

$67,000 - $80,000/Yr

Advance Local : Cleveland.com - Brooklyn, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Brooklyn, OH

About the position

The Managing Producer/Trends Editor at Cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer is responsible for overseeing various critical topics such as healthcare, real estate, environment, business, transportation, and data within a dynamic metropolitan newsroom. This role involves collaborating with reporters to brainstorm, cultivate, and enhance stories, ensuring a consistent flow of daily news and enterprise stories. The position emphasizes mentorship and leadership within the largest newsroom in Ohio, aiming to address modern newsroom challenges and meet community information needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee healthcare, real estate, environment, business, transportation, and data reporting.
• Collaborate with reporters to brainstorm and improve story ideas.
• Pitch story ideas and lead projects within the newsroom.
• Mentor reporters to enhance their skills and reporting capabilities.
• Ensure a steady stream of daily news stories and enterprise stories.

Requirements

• Degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred.
• 7+ years of journalism experience with proven reporting and writing skills.
• Creativity and innovation in story development and adaptation to news changes.
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with editors and reporters.
• Ability to manage breaking news and deadlines effectively.

Nice-to-haves

• Editing experience is preferred but not required.
• Flexibility to work with a remote team.

Benefits

• Base salary range of $67,000 to $80,000 per year.