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Job Title
Flex Editor
Business Title
Flex Editor
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Location
Downtown Dallas (TDMN) - Dallas, TX 75201 US (Primary)
Salary Grade
Job Type
Full-Time
Exemption Type
Exempt
Travel
Some Travel
Job Description
• The Dallas Morning News is seeking a Flex Editor to provide editing support and leadership to teams across the newsroom.
• The assignments will vary, depending on the needs of the newsroom. At times, this editor will join teams as big stories demand extra firepower. At others, this editor will rotate through teams to gain foundational experience as an editor and leader.
• This editor will manage teams and reporters across major stories and gaps in leadership.
• This role is a good opportunity for someone with a strong reporting background who is interested in an entry-level editing role. The ideal candidate will have the ability to help foster the growth and development of journalists across the room and work to help reporters exercise solid news judgment, build strong sourcing, turn those sources into scoops, and create insightful enterprise work and projects. An ability to emphasize reporting and writing skills is key.
• A strong candidate will be well-organized and have strong news judgment. They must be a bridge-builder in creating relationships.
• The Dallas Morning News believes a collaborative and inclusive work environment is essential to a thriving workplace for all. We are in search of a diverse group of candidates.
Responsibilities and duties
Ensure stories are reported fairly, accurately and thoroughly, with sharp, compelling writing
Take a hands-on approach to breaking news across digital platforms and display a willingness to create content as needed
Show strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask on deadline
Generate content ideas that include an emphasis on the diversity of voices, stories, subjects and perspectives
Build trusting relationships with staffers and foster their growth and development
Display exceptional news judgment with the ability to recognize the digital potential of stories that will resonate with our audience
Build stories with links, tags, SEO best practices, attractive web headlines and multimedia when appropriate
Monitor analytics for stories and work with reporters to suggest approaches for improvement
Work with audience editors to evolve and shape coverage to deepen engagement with our digital audience
Provides day-to-day leadership and supervision to assigned staff, ensuring operational goals and objectives are met effectively and efficiently
Responsible for all aspects of employee management, including recruitment, interviewing, selection, onboarding, and retention
Conducts regular performance evaluations; provides constructive feedback and coaching to support employee development and accountability
Administers progressive discipline and counseling as needed, in alignment with company policies and procedures
Oversees scheduling, workload distribution, and delegation of responsibilities to ensure balanced team performance and productivity
Job requirements
Three to five years of journalism experience
Skills
Excellent time management, planning and prioritization skills to manage daily assignments and long-term enterprise
Concrete understanding of SEO best practices and how to optimize a story's digital presentation, including headlines, links, tags and visual elements
Good news judgment, accuracy, speed, grammatical precision, a flair for headlines
Proven ability to plan, work in advance
Adapts quickly to changing technologies and workflows
Communicates clearly and effectively with colleagues
Education
Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field
About HNP With 2,500 employees across the nation, Hearst Newspapers (HNP) represents a network of 28 daily and 50 weekly publications, including the Austin American-Statesman, Houston Chronicle, San Antonio Express-News, San Francisco Chronicle and Times Union (Albany). Our portfolio also includes several top digital-only news and lifestyle sites such as Chron., CT Insider, MySA and SFGATE, along with marketing services businesses like Medium Giant and entertainment brands such as King Features Syndicate.
At HNP, we’re investing in new and innovative ways to tell stories — growing newsrooms, diversifying tools and evolving platforms — to support the millions of people who trust us each month to help them make decisions, take action and be inspired.
Be part of something bigger — Your Headline Awaits
The Dallas Morning News About Business Unit for Job Postings: Since 1885, The Dallas Morning News (www.dallasnews.com) has been North Texas’ trusted source for credible, independent journalism — reporting with accuracy, fairness, and integrity. Each week, we reach more than 4 million people across print, digital, and social platforms, covering the stories that shape life in Dallas and across the state. From politics and public policy to business, culture, and sports, our mission is to inform, engage, and reflect the diverse communities we serve.
What We Offer
Flexible Work Schedules – Because balance matters.
Health, Dental & Vision Coverage – Comprehensive plans to keep you and your family healthy.
24/7 Telemedicine Access (MDLive) – Talk to board-certified doctors anytime, anywhere.
FMLA & Parental Leave – Supporting you through life’s important moments.
Retirement Benefits with Employer Contributions – Helping you invest in your future.
Onsite Fitness Center – Stay active and energized during your day.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.
Monthly “Health & Wealth” Webinars – Tools and tips to support your physical and financial wellness.
18 Days of Paid Time Off + 9 Paid Holidays – Plenty of time to recharge.
8 Hours of Paid Community Service Time – Give back to the causes that matter most to you.
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Job Title
Flex Editor
Business Title
Flex Editor
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Location
Downtown Dallas (TDMN) - Dallas, TX 75201 US (Primary)
Salary Grade
Job Type
Full-Time
Exemption Type
Exempt
Travel
Some Travel
Job Description
• The Dallas Morning News is seeking a Flex Editor to provide editing support and leadership to teams across the newsroom.
• The assignments will vary, depending on the needs of the newsroom. At times, this editor will join teams as big stories demand extra firepower. At others, this editor will rotate through teams to gain foundational experience as an editor and leader.
• This editor will manage teams and reporters across major stories and gaps in leadership.
• This role is a good opportunity for someone with a strong reporting background who is interested in an entry-level editing role. The ideal candidate will have the ability to help foster the growth and development of journalists across the room and work to help reporters exercise solid news judgment, build strong sourcing, turn those sources into scoops, and create insightful enterprise work and projects. An ability to emphasize reporting and writing skills is key.
• A strong candidate will be well-organized and have strong news judgment. They must be a bridge-builder in creating relationships.
• The Dallas Morning News believes a collaborative and inclusive work environment is essential to a thriving workplace for all. We are in search of a diverse group of candidates.
Responsibilities and duties
Ensure stories are reported fairly, accurately and thoroughly, with sharp, compelling writing
Take a hands-on approach to breaking news across digital platforms and display a willingness to create content as needed
Show strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask on deadline
Generate content ideas that include an emphasis on the diversity of voices, stories, subjects and perspectives
Build trusting relationships with staffers and foster their growth and development
Display exceptional news judgment with the ability to recognize the digital potential of stories that will resonate with our audience
Build stories with links, tags, SEO best practices, attractive web headlines and multimedia when appropriate
Monitor analytics for stories and work with reporters to suggest approaches for improvement
Work with audience editors to evolve and shape coverage to deepen engagement with our digital audience
Provides day-to-day leadership and supervision to assigned staff, ensuring operational goals and objectives are met effectively and efficiently
Responsible for all aspects of employee management, including recruitment, interviewing, selection, onboarding, and retention
Conducts regular performance evaluations; provides constructive feedback and coaching to support employee development and accountability
Administers progressive discipline and counseling as needed, in alignment with company policies and procedures
Oversees scheduling, workload distribution, and delegation of responsibilities to ensure balanced team performance and productivity
Job requirements
Three to five years of journalism experience
Skills
Excellent time management, planning and prioritization skills to manage daily assignments and long-term enterprise
Concrete understanding of SEO best practices and how to optimize a story's digital presentation, including headlines, links, tags and visual elements
Good news judgment, accuracy, speed, grammatical precision, a flair for headlines
Proven ability to plan, work in advance
Adapts quickly to changing technologies and workflows
Communicates clearly and effectively with colleagues
Education
Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field
About HNP With 2,500 employees across the nation, Hearst Newspapers (HNP) represents a network of 28 daily and 50 weekly publications, including the Austin American-Statesman, Houston Chronicle, San Antonio Express-News, San Francisco Chronicle and Times Union (Albany). Our portfolio also includes several top digital-only news and lifestyle sites such as Chron., CT Insider, MySA and SFGATE, along with marketing services businesses like Medium Giant and entertainment brands such as King Features Syndicate.
At HNP, we’re investing in new and innovative ways to tell stories — growing newsrooms, diversifying tools and evolving platforms — to support the millions of people who trust us each month to help them make decisions, take action and be inspired.
Be part of something bigger — Your Headline Awaits
The Dallas Morning News About Business Unit for Job Postings: Since 1885, The Dallas Morning News (www.dallasnews.com) has been North Texas’ trusted source for credible, independent journalism — reporting with accuracy, fairness, and integrity. Each week, we reach more than 4 million people across print, digital, and social platforms, covering the stories that shape life in Dallas and across the state. From politics and public policy to business, culture, and sports, our mission is to inform, engage, and reflect the diverse communities we serve.
What We Offer
Flexible Work Schedules – Because balance matters.
Health, Dental & Vision Coverage – Comprehensive plans to keep you and your family healthy.
24/7 Telemedicine Access (MDLive) – Talk to board-certified doctors anytime, anywhere.
FMLA & Parental Leave – Supporting you through life’s important moments.
Retirement Benefits with Employer Contributions – Helping you invest in your future.
Onsite Fitness Center – Stay active and energized during your day.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.
Monthly “Health & Wealth” Webinars – Tools and tips to support your physical and financial wellness.
18 Days of Paid Time Off + 9 Paid Holidays – Plenty of time to recharge.
8 Hours of Paid Community Service Time – Give back to the causes that matter most to you.
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