Managing Editor

The Rome Group; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The St. Louis Jewish Light is seeking a Managing Editor who is a strong writer, thoughtful editor and highly organized journalist. This hands-on role involves producing meaningful local journalism while coordinating day-to-day story flow across print and digital platforms.

Work closely with the Editor in Chief, Chief Digital Officer and freelancers to identify stories, meet deadlines and uphold editorial standards. lead coverage and contribute original reporting as needed.

Qualifications

• Professional experience in journalism, communications, publishing or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Report and write original stories focused on the St. Louis Jewish community.
• Edit stories for accuracy, clarity, tone, grammar and style.
• Help manage the editorial calendar and assist with fact checking, headline writing and proofreading.
• Plan coverage for the print newspaper, website and Morning Light newsletter and participate in newsroom meetings.
• Serve as a reliable newsroom leader when the Editor in Chief is unavailable and grow into increased editorial leadership over time.

Skills

Reporting

Editing

Writing

Organization

Deadline management

Communication

Editorial judgment

Collaboration

Job description

Managing Editor

Position Summary

The St. Louis Jewish Light is seeking a Managing Editor who is a strong writer, thoughtful editor and highly organized journalist. This person will play an important role in producing meaningful local journalism while helping manage the day-to-day flow of stories across our print and digital platforms.

The Managing Editor will work closely with the Editor in Chief, Chief Digital Officer and freelance contributors to identify stories, coordinate coverage, meet deadlines and maintain the Jewish Light's high editorial standards.

This is a hands-on newsroom position. The Managing Editor will regularly report and write original stories in addition to editing and coordinating the work of others. This position is not responsible for newspaper layout, graphic design or advertising design.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting and Writing

• Report and write original stories focused on the St. Louis Jewish community
• Develop relationships with community members, organizations, synagogues and other local sources
• Identify timely stories and community issues that are important to Jewish St. Louis
• Cover community events, breaking news and other assignments as needed
• Contribute to special sections and other editorial projects

Editing and Newsroom Coordination

• Edit stories for accuracy, clarity, tone, grammar and style
• Help manage the editorial calendar
• Assist with fact checking, headline writing and proofreading

Editorial Planning

• Work with the Editor in Chief and Chief Digital Officer to plan coverage for the print newspaper, website and Morning Light newsletter
• Participate in newsroom meetings and help determine weekly and long-term editorial priorities
• Maintain awareness of upcoming community events, holidays and issues that may require coverage
• Support the Editor in Chief with newsroom operations and special editorial initiatives

Leadership and Professional Growth

• Serve as a reliable newsroom leader when the Editor in Chief is unavailable
• Develop a strong understanding of the Jewish Light's editorial standards, audience and role in the community
• Grow into increased editorial leadership responsibilities over time.

Qualifications

• Professional experience in journalism, communications, publishing or a related field
• Strong reporting, writing, editing and proofreading skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
• Sound editorial judgment and careful attention to accuracy
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff members, freelancers and community partners
• Familiarity with Jewish life, the St. Louis community or nonprofit journalism is helpful, but not required

About the St. Louis Jewish Light

The St. Louis Jewish Light is an independent nonprofit news organization serving the St. Louis Jewish community. Through our print newspaper, website, daily newsletter and special publications, we provide trusted journalism that informs, connects, educates and strengthens our community.

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