What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Managing Producer - Editor position at Advance Local?
The base salary range is $80,000 - $90,000 per year.
- The ideal candidate will have :
- Degree in journalism, communications or a related field is preferred, but not required.
- Minimum of 5 years of journalism experience with a proven ability in reporting and writing required, with 2 years management and / or team leadership experience to -
- Lead with authority, empathy and expertise to ensure we're producing the best possible news package for readers.
- Coach newer editors and senior reporters to help them level up and grow as journalists.
- Foster a newsroom culture where journalists feel supported, included and inspired to do great work.
- Think strategically about what it takes to grow, retain and engage with readers, and to anticipate whats coming next in the ever-changing landscape of local news.
- Familiarity or willingness to learn new tools and software, including our content management system for publishing stories and photographs.
- Innovative thinking and adaptability as we strive to be ready for the next big thing in digital innovations.
- Reliable transportation. This job requires the ability to meet with sources and cover events.
- Additional Information
Advance Local Media offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package with affordable options for your healthcare including medical, dental and vision plans, mental health support options, flexible spending accounts, fertility assistance, a competitive 401(k) plan to help plan for your future, generous paid time off, paid parental and caregiver leave and an employee assistance program to support your work / life balance, optional legal assistance, life insurance options, as well as flexible holidays to honor cultural diversity.
MLive Media Group is a part of Advance Local Media, one of the largest media groups in the United States, which operates the leading news and information companies in more than 20 cities, reaching 52 million people monthly with our quality, real-time journalism and community engagement. Our company is built upon the values of Integrity, Customer-first, Inclusiveness, Collaboration and Forward-looking. For more information about Advance Local, please visit www.advancelocal.com .
MLive Media Group is an audience-first, digitally focused media company encompassing all content, sales and marketing operations for : MLive.com, The Grand Rapids Press, The Muskegon Chronicle, Kalamazoo Gazette, The Jackson Citizen Patriot, The Ann Arbor News, The Flint Journal, The Saginaw News, The Bay City Times and the Advance Weeklies in Grand Rapids, as well as several related entities. In addition to being Michigan's #1 news and information provider, MLive Media Group is Michigan's largest local media advertising network, allowing advertisers to reach local audiences in communities across the state.
Advance Local Media is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, and is proud to be an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer, encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state or local law._
If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information._
Advance Local Media does not provide sponsorship for work visas or employment authorization in the United States. Only candidates who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. will be considered for this position.
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000
