Universal Desk Editor

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the News Editor, the Universal Desk Editor will fulfill editing and/or assignment duties for The Gazette and other Clarity publications. Additional Newsroom duties may be assigned pending operational needs.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Edit content for The Gazette and other Clarity publications as assigned. Ensure that all Gazette journalism standards are followed, including accuracy, fairness and style.
• Assign stories and work with reporters and other journalists in producing credible and compelling content. Write and develop stories as needed.
• Assist in the planning and production of digital, print and other news products. Consistently meet deadlines.
• Assist in pagination and other production duties as assigned or warranted.

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Education & Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 2 years of news experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in editing and presentation.
• Proficiency in digital journalism.
• Interest in sports and/or sprots expertise preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately noisy.

The above statements are intended to describe he general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and requirements. Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate changing business needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Writers & Editors: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Colorado Springs, CO 80903: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $60,000