Deputy Head of Editing (Editorial)

The Globe and Mail; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 99,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent Canadian media organization in Toronto is seeking a deputy head of editing to lead the editing team. The ideal candidate will possess at least five years' experience in a newsroom and has a background in editing news and feature stories. They will work closely with different editors to ensure the highest quality of journalism and will be responsible for strategic planning and mentoring new editors. The competitive salary ranges from $99,000 to $125,000 per year, with benefits including a flexible work environment and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Hybrid work environment

Generous vacation

Parental leave top-up

Health and dental benefits

Annual wellness subsidy

On-site chiropractor

Free digital subscription

Qualifications

• At least five years experience working in a daily newsroom.
• Previous experience in a supervisory or management role.
• Solid news judgment.

Responsibilities

• Set the strategy and priorities for the editing team.
• Ensure stories are well edited for structure and clarity.
• Elevate the quality of headlines.

Skills

Substantive editing

Digital strategy

Collaboration

Clear communication

Creative problem solving

Job description

Overview

The Globe and Mail is a national icon and one of Canada's most recognized media brands. We proudly serve as a trusted destination for Canadians seeking the highest caliber of journalism, and we've garnered international acclaim for our data visualization, design, and creative storytelling.

We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity by reflecting all Canadians in both the stories that we tell and the composition of our workforce. We are proud partners with organizations like Indigenous Works, Pride at Work, the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and we are a signatory of the BlackNorth Initiative. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, we offer flexible work arrangements and support programs. We also invest in our employees\' growth through training and mentorship opportunities, enabling you to expand your skills and embrace new challenges. No matter your position at The Globe, you\'ll be an integral part of an organization dedicated to making a positive difference in Canada. Join us.

Position Overview

The Globe and Mail is hiring a deputy head of editing, a management role, to help lead our newsroom’s editing team. The Globe has a strong editing culture, with desks dedicated to substantive edits and copy edits of stories from across the newsroom, whether breaking news, enterprise journalism, columns, reviews, features, longform and investigations. As deputy head of editing, you will play a key role in shaping a wide range of stories in a variety of formats.

Reporting to the head of editing, this role works collaboratively with everyone from assigning, digital and visual editors to senior leaders. The ideal candidate loves the chase of breaking news and the thrill of a colleague landing a big scoop. You must be a clear communicator who knows how to coach others through tricky edits and provide constructive feedback. Creative problem solving on tight deadlines is a must, as well as thinking through how our workflows and strategies should evolve alongside audience habits.

This position is based in the Toronto newsroom and requires a minimum of three days a week in office.

Responsibilities

• Work with the head of editing to set the strategy and priorities for the team and how it works with the wider newsroom
• Work with editors at all stages of the story handling process to ensure they are well edited for structure, clarity, tone, libel, accuracy and Globe style
• Elevate the quality of headlines and display copy to meet our audience's needs
• Plan training and development for staff and mentor new editors
• Manage resources and scheduling for a team of several dozen editors

Qualifications

• At least five years experience working in a daily newsroom
• Previous experience in a supervisory or management role
• Previous experience in substantive editing of news and feature stories
• Previous experience in digital strategy and what makes a story work across different platforms and formats
• Solid news judgment
• Collaborative and clear communicator

Salary

The base salary for this role ranges from $99,000 to $125,000 per year. Placement within this range depends on a candidate’s level of experience, technical skills, and alignment with the role’s requirements. Candidates who have been identified as meeting the role’s requirements can expect to be near the midpoint of this range, while the upper end is reserved for those with specialized expertise or a strong track record of success in comparable roles. This role may also be eligible for The Globe’s Annual Incentive Plan, which is based on a combination of company and individual performance.

Why Choose The Globe

The Globe’s mission is to deliver essential content – news, information, analysis and insights – for aspiring individuals and strong communities. The Globe is committed to providing a respectful and inclusive workplace that upholds our values of integrity, collaboration, innovation and accountability.

As Canada’s most respected media brand The Globe is dedicated to making a difference to Canada and you can make a difference by working with us.

We Offer

• Competitive compensation to ensure we hire, retain and reward team members
• Hybrid work environment that promotes work-life balance
• Generous vacation and flexible work arrangements
• Parental leave top-up
• Competitive health and dental benefits
• Annual wellness subsidy
• On-site chiropractor and registered massage therapist
• Employee and family assistance program
• Free digital subscription to globeandmail.com and 40% off other Globe products
• Education assistance for external training courses

Supporting Your Growth

• We are committed to creating equitable opportunities for all employees, to enable everyone to reach their full potential. This commitment is embedded in our strategic plan and core values.
• There are lateral and upward advancement opportunities for rewarding and developing careers.
• We believe in mentorship and collaborative peer-to-peer learning and have both formal and informal programs in place to encourage knowledge-sharing.
• We support continuing education and provide both internal and external opportunities for training and development.

AI DISCLOSURE: No artificial intelligence tools are used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. We ask candidates to engage authentically in interviews; AI may support preparation but should not be used during interviews or replace your own responses.

Vaccination policy: All offers of employment with The Globe and Mail are conditional upon the candidate being Fully Vaccinated. To be Fully Vaccinated is defined as someone who has received the full series of a vaccine or a combination of vaccines accepted by the Government of Canada (currently Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Janssen) and has received the last dose at least 14 days prior to their start date. To prove they are Fully Vaccinated, all new hires will be required to provide evidence by emailing a copy of their vaccine dose administration receipt(s) to Human Resources prior to their start date. Those seeking exemption based on one or more of the protected grounds in the Human Rights Code will need to provide their request for accommodation to Human Resources for approval. If the accommodation request is not approved and the candidate is not Fully Vaccinated, any offer of employment will be revoked.

The Globe and Mail is dedicated to diversity and inclusion in the workplace

The Globe and Mail is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We believe this strengthens our business and our journalism. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all groups, regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, age, and physical ability. As required by the Federal Contractors Program, The Globe also tracks the proportion of staff in the four Employment Equity categories (Women, Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, and Members of Visible Minorities) to ensure we are reflecting the areas in which we work.

The Globe and Mail offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview, please advise us if you require an accommodation.