What are the responsibilities and job description for the Features Editor position at Northwest Arkansas Newspapers?
Northwest Arkansas Newspapers seeks an experienced wordsmith who understands that community journalism isn’t the latest fad; it’s how newspapers stay relevant to their readers. This position will oversee a team of three writers—two full-time and one part-time—and several correspondents who cover all of Northwest Arkansas on topics from food to religion, arts and entertainment to nonprofits.
The Features Editor is responsible for story assignments, editing, social media coordination, and sharing writing responsibilities, as well as other duties as assigned. The right person for this job will have at least three years of daily newsroom experience, demonstrated writing and editing abilities, solid organizational skills, and the ability to be a newsroom leader who can keep writers motivated and think about what our readers want. The preferred candidate also will have at least one year of supervisory experience at a daily newspaper.
A degree in journalism or a related field is preferred. Knowledge of the Associated Press style is required. Some experience with writing for online, video and audio production and alternative story forms a plus.
In terms of benefits, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to enhance your personal and professional life. Enjoy perks like paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, personal days, and parental leave. Take charge of your well-being with our extensive health, dental, vision, and other insurance coverage. Plan for your future with long-term disability and retirement plans, and access additional support through our Employee Assistance Program when needed.
This is a safety-sensitive position. Candidate must pass drug screening and a motor vehicle record check.
Northwest Arkansas Newspapers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or another legally protected status.
This is a full-time position located in our Fayetteville office. The Features editor answers to Managing Editor Dave Perozek. The position is generally Monday-Friday daytime hours, but some night and weekend work will be required.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evenings as needed
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Fayetteville, AR 72702 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fayetteville, AR 72702: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person