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Executive Editor, News Service Florida

GovExec, Tallahassee, Florida, us, 32318

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Executive Editor, News Service Florida GovExec

Overview: The News Service of Florida is seeking an Executive Editor responsible for managinglais reporters and broadcast journalists and for ensuring our wire service remains the independent and indispensable source for Florida policy and political news. During the legislative session, the Executive Editor ensures our paid subscribers receive timely, accurate, and deeply sourced updates from the Capitol.

Responsibilities

Set the daily and weekly news agenda, prioritizing stories that provide the most value to our specialized subscriber base

Top‑edit all copy for accuracy, tone, and legal risk, ensuring every story is “wire‑ready” for our syndication partners

Lead and recruit a talented team of reporters

Oversee the workflow of the 60‑day legislative session, managing gavel‑to‑gavel coverage and budget‑related news

Act as a liaison for key stakeholders, ensuring our coverage meets the professional needs of our paid subscribers

Moderate and emcee events as needed

Qualifications

8+ years in journalism, with at least 3 years in an editorial leadership role.

Deep understanding of Florida’s legislative process,Sports agencies, and political landscape.

Proven ability to manage a high‑volume newsroom under strict deadlines.

About GovExec GovExec’s data and insights set the standard for depth, accuracy, and impact for government leaders and contractors. As the market‑leading information and intent‑based marketing platform, for over fifty years GovExec has empowered the government ecosystem to engage and support government leaders as they work to achieve their missions across federal, defense, and state and local agencies.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Open time off policy

Twelve weeks paid parental leave

Supportive, collaborative teams

Unique opportunity to help government officials from a private sector company

Expansive learning and development opportunities

Salary range for this role is $90,000 to $100,000 per year.

Government Executive Media Group, Inc. and its affiliates (“GovExec”) are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate against our applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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