McClatchy Media
Broward Associate Editor/AI-Assisted Reporter Job at McClatchy Media in Miami
McClatchy Media, Miami, FL, US, 33222
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Talent Acquisition Manager @ McClatchy Media McClatchy Media is hiring a versatile, forward-thinking associate editor/AI Reporter to support a team focused on local service journalism and AI-assisted content production in Broward County. This hybrid leadership role is ideal for a journalist who thrives on shaping coverage and also staying close to the reporting work. Someone passionate about helping readers and pioneering the smart use of AI in a modern newsroom.
As the right hand to the Broward editor, you will help manage the daily editorial flow while also playing a key role in operationalizing the use of generative AI and automation tools in service of high-volume, high-impact local journalism. You will help edit and coach fellow reporters, ensure quality control across templated and original stories, and regularly write your own explainers, guides, and real-time responses that answer readers' everyday questions.
The successful candidate will bring a passion for community-centered journalism, strong editorial judgment and curiosity about how AI tools can make local news more accessible, efficient and relevant.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Broward editor in coordinating daily assignments, editing drafts and managing content workflow.
Serve as the editorial lead for AI-assisted content, ensuring automated or templated stories are accurate, relevant and meet our editorial standards.
Collaborate with the AI-assisted reporter and developers to refine story templates, experiment with automation tools and improve output over time.
Write original stories that include community explainers, service journalism and reader-driven guides with high utility and engagement potential.
Maintain and help expand the editorial calendar of recurring content, including AI-generated reports and evergreen updates.
Use audience data, SEO principles and social listening to help shape story planning and prioritization.
Act as a resource and coach for other reporters, providing feedback that strengthens their work and improves newsroom workflows.
Step in as acting editor when needed, especially on coverage coordination or AI experimentation projects.
Qualifications
Strong reporting, writing and editing skills with a sharp eye for detail and a commitment to ethical journalism.
Familiarity with AI-powered tools used in newsrooms (e.g., natural language generation, prompt refinement, automation platforms).
Experience overseeing structured content or templated story production preferred.
Demonstrated ability to balance editing responsibilities with writing assignments.
A digital-first mindset with strong understanding of SEO, engagement strategies and content performance metrics.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills, especially in a fast-paced, evolving newsroom.
Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese or French/Creole is a plus, reflecting the diversity of the communities we serve.
Job Requirements
This is a day shift position that may include evening and weekend work as needed.
This position is based in South Florida and involves a hybrid schedule: working from home and from our Miami newsroom, with a strong expectation of gathering news at the scene.
Proficiency with AP style, grammar, and punctuation.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience.
Seniority level Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries Newspaper Publishing
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