News Editor

Jeffgaulin; Central Ontario; Remote; CAD 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media group is seeking a News Editor to join their dynamic newsroom. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in journalism, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. This remote position requires a keen understanding of digital storytelling and social media trends to engage local audiences effectively.

Qualifications

• 5 years of professional experience as an editor.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong grasp of Canadian libel law and Canadian Press style.

Responsibilities

• Host daily story meetings and assign stories.
• Review and edit stories for clarity and engagement.
• Optimize content for digital audiences.

Skills

Organizational skills

Writing and storytelling skills

Social media proficiency

SEO knowledge

News judgement

Education

Diploma or degree in journalism or related field

Job description

News Editor REF#: JG34754 Metroland Media Group
Location: virtual, Ontario
Posted: May22, 2025
Deadline: May30, 2025
Salary: 53,445 to $63,402

Description

Metroland is seeking a highly organized editor with their thumb on the pulse of the communities of Simcoe County, Almaguin, Muskoka, Parry Sound, and the Ottawa Valley. The successful candidate will join our fast-paced newsroom, where they’ll work with curious and creative journalists to assign stories that impact local readers and aim to inform, enlighten, entertain and engage our growing digital audiences. Our Commitment to Diversity We strive to be a leader in building and cultivating an employee community framed around fairness, support and opportunity. We believe that what makes us different, makes a difference. And as a team, the diversity of our backgrounds, interests and experiences is what enriches our work, and our workplaces. We welcome all, and we strive for an inclusive culture that fosters individual growth and shared success. Roles & Responsibilities

• Host daily story meetings to discuss, plan and assign stories that will hook local readers.
• Review and edit stories with an eye for clarity and reader engagement.
• Optimize stories for a digital-only audience, including SEO.
• Curate website and newsletter content with an ability to recognize best placement based on significance, timeliness and reader engagement.
• Offer feedback and coach reporters to enhance digital storytelling abilities.
• Mine social media, including Reddit, X, Bluesky, Instagram, Facebook and more, for story ideas and what’s trending in the local coverage area.
• Keep on top of Google Trends, internal analytics and other tools to identify topics for coverage that will resonate with readers and drive page views.

Qualifications

• You have a diploma or degree in journalism or in a related field.
• You’re a team player with 5 years of professional experience as an editor.
• You’re an organizational whiz with a need to manage assignments, projects and deadlines with the latest tools.
• Your impressive project and time-management skills allow you to thrive in a fast-paced, sometimes chaotic yet very creative environment.
• You can manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, and shift gears quickly, when needed thanks to your reliance on organizational tools.
• You have excellent news judgement, an innate ability to identify topics for coverage, exceptional writing and storytelling skills, and think beyond traditional narratives to support journalists in producing compelling and relevant stories.
• You can convert data to action items that utilize resources effectively and efficiently.
• You ‘get’ social media and know how to use different platforms to source and share information.
• You understand the importance of SEO and online best practices, and use these to reach a wider audience.
• You craft a mean headline sure to catch the eye of readers.
• You are well-versed in Canadian libel law and have a strong grasp of Canadian Press style.
• You can work remotely.

AODA Torstar Group of Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code we will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling the interview of your requirements. Interested candidates should apply online here with resume, clippings and a cover letter - stating you found this job on Jeff Gaulin's Journalism Job Board. For more information, visit:

Metroland Media Group


Web address: http://www.metroland.com/