Chief Publisher & CEO, Visionary News Leader

Connecticut Mirror / CT Mirror; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

CT Mirror, Hartford-based nonprofit, seeks a values-driven Publisher and Chief Executive Officer to lead its mission-driven newsroom and business. The CEO will guide strategic direction, strengthen donor relationships, and steward CT Mirror’s growth in readership and impact.

Ideal candidates bring substantial leadership in online publishing or nonprofits, a proven record in major gifts, fiscal acumen, and a commitment to accountability journalism.

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in online publishing or nonprofits.
• Proven track record in major gifts and fundraising.
• Fiscal acumen with board experience.
• Strong alignment with CT Mirror’s mission.
• Experience in data analytics, marketing, and audience growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead CT Mirror as its top executive and external voice, reporting to the Board, guiding the next strategic planning cycle.
• Elevate fundraising as the lead relationship holder with major donors and institutional funders, diversifying revenue streams.
• Grow and broaden CT Mirror’s audience by responding to reader behavior and emerging technologies, including AI.
• Build out the senior team and strengthen financial, technology, HR, and admin systems; mentor and plan succession.
• Partner with the Executive Editor on editorial strategy while preserving the firewall between news and business.

Skills

Leadership

Fundraising

Strategic planning

Board relationships

Nonprofit management

Job description

CT Mirror, Hartford-based nonprofit, seeks a values-driven Publisher and Chief Executive Officer to lead its mission-driven newsroom and business. The CEO will guide strategic direction, strengthen donor relationships, and steward CT Mirror’s growth in readership and impact.

Ideal candidates bring substantial leadership in online publishing or nonprofits, a proven record in major gifts, fiscal acumen, and a commitment to accountability journalism.