Editor-In-Chief

Postmedia Network Inc.; Nova Scotia; Hybrid; CAD 102,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Postmedia Network Inc. in Nova Scotia seeks an Editor-in-Chief to lead editorial strategy for the Chronicle Herald, Cape Breton Post and regional titles, driving audience growth and strong community engagement.

The role reports to the VP of News for Medium and Regional Markets and requires at least five years of senior newsroom leadership, with expertise in SEO, analytics and newsletters to optimize digital reach.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience as an editor or senior newsroom leader.
• Strong editorial judgment and newsroom leadership track record.
• Ability to lead through change and collaborate with other leaders.
• Expertise in SEO, audience analytics and digital content optimization.
• Experience publishing newsletters and understanding loyalty/conversion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all editorial teams across Nova Scotia (Chronicle Herald, Cape Breton Post, community titles and a politics bureau).
• Set and maintain high editorial standards and determine coverage priorities.
• Collaborate with regional editors on coverage, resources and strategy.
• Inspire colleagues across the Postmedia Network to advance national ambition and community impact.
• Develop staff, build newsroom capability and create growth opportunities.
• Manage staffing, performance and labour relations responsibilities.

Skills

Editorial leadership

Leadership

SEO

Audience analytics

Newsletter management

Job description

Position

Editor-in-Chief, Nova Scotia

Position Type

Full-time, Permanent (Existing Vacancy)

Location

Remote within Nova Scotia

The Company

Postmedia is a Canadian news media company representing more than 110 brands across multiple print, online and mobile platforms. Award-winning journalists and innovative product development teams bring engaging content to millions of people every week whenever and wherever they want it. This exceptional content, reach and scope offers advertisers and marketers compelling solutions to effectively reach target audiences. We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team.

The Opportunity

Postmedia is seeking an Editor-in-Chief for Nova Scotia, reporting to the company's Vice-President of News for Medium and Regional Markets.

Key Objectives

• Execute the strategic editorial vision, tone and standards for the Nova Scotia publications, supporting audience growth.
• Guide and empower a talented group of employees driving engagement within a mission-driven organization.
• The successful candidate must have a track record of success driving readership and engagement, can collaborate with editors and newsrooms to ensure best practices are adopted and devise content strategies that ensure our brands retain and grow their reputation as crucial community pillars.

What you’ll do

• Oversee all editorial teams across Nova Scotia. These include the Chronicle Herald, serving the Halifax Regional Municipality; the Cape Breton Post; community titles in rural Nova Scotia; and a politics bureau supplying coverage to all publications.
• Set and maintain high editorial standards, making key decisions on coverage, story treatment and newsroom priorities.
• Work closely with other regional editors on regional coverage, shared resources and editorial strategy.
• Work with colleagues across the Postmedia Network to inspire and harness Canadian ambition, building a prosperous future for families and communities through our journalism.
• Develop staff, build newsroom capability and create opportunities for strong performers to grow.
• Manage staffing, performance, labour relations and other people-leadership responsibilities.

Who you are

• Minimum five years of experience as an editor, assignment editor, or another senior newsroom leadership role.
• A demonstrated record of strong editorial judgment, newsroom leadership and decision-making.
• Comfortable leading people through change and working effectively with other leaders.
• Expertise in SEO, audience analytics, and optimization for digital content.
• Experience publishing and managing newsletters and understanding their role in loyalty, retention and conversion.

Compensation

Employment offers presented to the selected candidate are based on a combination of qualifications, experience, responsibilities of the role, and the candidate's location.

Base Salary: $102,000 - $122,000

Accommodations & EEO

Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all areas of the hiring process. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please make your needs known in advance. Accommodation requests will be provided on an individual basis.

Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to employment equity and an inclusive barrier-free selection process and work environment. Postmedia Network Inc. encourages applications from women, indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.