Group Editor

MID-ATLANTIC MEDIA; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid-Atlantic Media seeks a Group Editor to lead a portfolio of Jewish publications from its Columbia, MD area offices. This role combines digital-first daily content with weekly magazine production, requiring strong leadership, hands-on editing, and community outreach to Jewish leaders and readers across the region.

The ideal candidate will mentor journalists, guide coverage, manage assignments, and drive growth across websites, newsletters, and social channels while upholding AP style and

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in Jewish community journalism.
• Strong editing skills under deadline pressure.
• Proven leadership within editorial teams.
• Familiar with WordPress, social media, digital photography and video.
• Balance high-level planning with hands-on reporting, editing and community engagement.
• Deep knowledge and connections in the Jewish community.

Responsibilities

• Guide reporters in developing enterprise stories, breaking news, and local exclusives.
• Plan editorial coverage and manage story assignments.
• Monitor community developments, social media, email, and other sources for story ideas.
• Communicate with sources, community leaders, readers, and public officials.
• Oversee editing and fact-checking to AP Style and company standards.
• Maintain high standards of journalistic integrity and quality.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of reporters and editors.
• Set editorial expectations and foster accountability and excellence.
• Assist with reporting and breaking news coverage when needed.
• Drive digital engagement and audience growth across websites, newsletters, and social media.

Skills

Editorial leadership

Editing

WordPress

Social media

Digital photography

Video

AP Style

Community engagement

Networking

Mentoring

Tools

WordPress

Video editing

Job description

Mid-Atlantic Media (MAM), a growing publisher of community and niche media brands, is seeking an experienced Group Editor to lead its portfolio of award-winning Jewish publications.

This leadership role is ideal for an accomplished editor who thrives in a fast-paced newsroom, can manage multiple projects simultaneously, and enjoys mentoring emerging journalists. The successful candidate will serve as both an editorial leader and a public ambassador for our publications, building relationships with Jewish communal leaders and readers throughout the region.

This is a high-energy position where a digital-first daily content strategy is combined with the demands of producing high-quality weekly magazines. The candidate will be able to commute daily to a Columbia, Maryland office.This is not a remote position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in Jewish community journalism
• Strong editing skills with the ability to work quickly and accurately in a deadline-driven environment
• Proven leadership experience managing and motivating editorial teams
• Familiarity with WordPress, social media platforms, digital photography, and video
• Ability to balance high-level editorial planning with hands-on reporting, editing, and community engagement
• Deep knowledge of and connections within the Jewish community required. No need to apply without it.

Responsibilities

Editor

• Guide reporters in developing enterprise stories, breaking news coverage, and local exclusives
• Plan editorial coverage and manage story assignments
• Monitor community developments, social media, email, and other sources for story ideas and emerging trends
• Communicate regularly with sources, community leaders, readers, and public officials
• Oversight of editing and factchecking to ensure adherence to AP Style and company editorial standards
• Maintain the highest standards of journalistic integrity and quality
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of reporters and editors
• Set clear editorial expectations and foster a culture of accountability and excellence
• Assist with reporting and breaking news coverage when needed
• Drive strong digital engagement and audience growth across websites, newsletters, and social media platforms

Editorial Strategist

• Represent the publications throughout the communities
• Help expand audience reach and strengthen brand visibility
• Collaborate with company leadership on long-term editorial initiatives and growth strategies
• Work closely with the publisher to identify opportunities for innovation and expansion

Compensation for the Group Editor position is $80,000-to-$85,000 annually.