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Managing Editor - Southern Minnesota Regional Publications

Location: Upper Midwest

Salary: $60,000 annually + bonus based on subscriber growth

Reports to: Publisher/Editorial Director

Position Overview

We're seeking a dynamic Managing Editor to lead our newsroom into the digital future while maintaining our commitment to exceptional community journalism. This role combines traditional editorial excellence with digital innovation, audience engagement, and multi-platform storytelling across our nine Southern Minnesota publications.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader who understands both the fundamentals of quality journalism and the evolving digital landscape that connects news organizations with modern audiences.

Key Responsibilities

Editorial Leadership & Content Strategy

• Edit and enhance stories, columns, and community content across all platforms with focus on digital-first publishing
• Develop and implement content strategies that serve both print and digital audiences
• Oversee special section development and production, with opportunity for freelance collaboration
• Ensure editorial standards and journalistic integrity across all publications and platforms
  
  

Digital Innovation & Audience Development

• Lead digital content strategy including social media, newsletters, and website optimization
• Develop audience engagement initiatives to grow readership and community connection
• Implement SEO best practices and analytics-driven content decisions
• Explore emerging digital storytelling formats (video, podcasts, interactive content)
• Monitor audience metrics and adapt content strategy based on performance data
  
  

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise and mentor editorial team of 12+ staff members:
• 3 Assistant Editors
• 3 Sports Reporters
• 5 News Reporters
• 1 Community Desk Assistant
• 10+ Stringers/Contributors
• Provide coaching and professional development focused on digital skills and modern journalism practices
• Foster collaborative newsroom culture that embraces innovation while respecting community journalism values
  

Operations & Community Engagement

• Collaborate with pagination team on print layout while prioritizing digital content flow
• Manage day-to-day community communications across multiple channels
• Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, sources, and readers
• Coordinate coverage across nine publications to maximize efficiency and impact
• Ensure timely, accurate reporting that serves local communities
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field
• 5+ years of editorial experience with leadership responsibilities
• Strong editing skills with attention to detail and AP style proficiency
• Demonstrated experience with digital publishing platforms and content management systems
• Understanding of social media strategy and audience engagement
• Experience managing teams and developing staff
• Knowledge of media law, ethics, and journalistic standards
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SEO, analytics tools (Google Analytics, social media insights)
• Video editing and multimedia storytelling capabilities
• Newsletter and email marketing experience
• Background in community journalism or regional publications
• Project management experience with special publications
• Familiarity with modern newsroom workflow tools
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of $60,000
• Opportunity to shape the digital future of established community publications
• Leadership role with significant editorial autonomy
• Collaborative work environment with experienced team
• Chance to make meaningful impact in Southern Minnesota communities
  
  

Application Requirements

Please submit:

• Cover letter explaining your vision for community journalism in the digital age
• Resume highlighting relevant editorial and leadership experience
• Three professional references
• Portfolio of editing work and any digital initiatives you've led
  
  

We're looking for someone who shares our commitment to serving local communities while embracing the tools and strategies that will ensure our long-term success in the evolving media landscape.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Newspaper Publishing

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