What are the responsibilities and job description for the EDITOR-IN-CHIEF position at Capitol Media Group?
Capitol Media Group is looking for an experienced, driven, digital-savvy journalism leader for the local news site CapitolCityNow.com
The editor-in-chief is responsible for the publication of all site content; works with the WTAX Radio News Team; and collaborates with advertising team to ensure a robust news site that meets the community’s needs.
Typical duties will include:
- Using sound news judgment to make editorial decisions on site content.
- Representing the site to the community in public and on social media.
- Using digital tools to analyze site metrics to inform decision-making.
- Story writing each day in a variety of news categories including hard news and feature stories
- Constant collaboration with the WTAX News Director and team
The ideal candidate will have:
- A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field.
- Five or more years of journalism experience.
- Top-notch writing and editing ability.
- Leadership skills for effective work in a collaborative, supportive environment.
- Experience with digital content management systems.
- Active engagement in social media platforms.
- The ability to learn and adapt quickly to emerging technologies.
- Skills to anchor a broadcast newscast
- Board operation and / or on air skills to serve as a talk show host fill-in
Salary will be based on experience. It includes fantastic benefits and the opportunity to enjoy a career in digital journalism. This is an in-person position, and reliable transportation is required.
Qualified applicants should apply to General Manager Chris Bullock, Capitol Radio Group, 3501 E. Sangamon Ave, Springfield IL 62707, or send a resume and cover letter to careers@capitolmediagrp.com.
Capitol Media Group is a division of Saga Communications and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- On call
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35,000 - $58,000
