Group Editor - Columbia, MD (21045)

Mid-Atlantic Media; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid-Atlantic Media is seeking a Group Editor to lead its portfolio of Jewish publications, operating from our Columbia, MD office. The role requires building relationships with Jewish leaders and readers across Washington, DC, Baltimore, and Philadelphia, while guiding a fast-paced newsroom with a digital-first daily cadence and high-quality weekly magazines.

The Group Editor will mentor editors, supervise reporting, and ensure adherence to AP style and company standards, balancing strategic

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in Jewish community journalism.
• Strong editing skills for fast, deadline-driven work.
• Proven leadership of editorial teams.
• Familiar with WordPress, social media, photography, and video.
• Balance strategic planning with hands-on reporting and engagement.
• Deep knowledge and connections within the Jewish community.

Responsibilities

• Guide reporters in enterprise stories, breaking news, and local exclusives.
• Plan editorial coverage and manage story assignments.
• Monitor community developments and trends for ideas.
• Communicate with sources, community leaders, readers, and public officials.
• Oversee editing and factchecking to AP Style and standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of reporters and editors.
• Drive digital engagement across websites, newsletters, and social media.
• Collaborate with leadership on long-term editorial initiatives.

Skills

Jewish journalism

Editing under deadlines

Editorial leadership

WordPress

Social media

Digital photography

Video

Community engagement

Story planning

Tools

WordPress

Social media platforms

Digital photography

Video production

Job description

Group Editor

Mid-Atlantic Media (MAM), a growing publisher of community and niche media brands, is seeking a Group Editor to lead its portfolio of award-winning Jewish publications. Strong knowledge and familiarity of Jewish community is essential for the role.

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 Washington, DC, Baltimore and Philadelphia 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. Occasional evenings and weekend required.

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

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

Team Leader

• 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