Communities Editor
Metro Motor Group, Des Moines, IA, United States
USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. The Des Moines Register, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, seeks a dynamic, results‑driven editor to lead the communities news staff in producing impactful work that will make a difference for readers.
The editor will lead a team of reporters covering the Des Moines community, including city hall, suburban, neighborhood, and public‑safety news, helping reporters break exclusive stories, cultivate deep sourcing, and develop explanatory and investigative reports. The role requires a mentor to help reporters improve their newsgathering and writing skills and take on ever‑more sophisticated work.
The editor will use metrics and audience research to guide decisions about covering topics and issues that will drive digital audience growth. A successful candidate will embrace the latest developments in video, digital technology, social media and AI and will experiment with innovative approaches to draw in new audiences.
The job requires a problem solver who is well‑organized, can work independently and exercise solid news judgment.
They will report to the Des Moines Register’s executive and collaborate with other editors to plan and execute local and statewide news and information.
The Des Moines Register is a 17‑time Pulitzer Prize winner that is nationally recognized for the quality of reporting. The Register offers an opportunity to build a career path in Iowa or to gain the foundation to move on to top metros across the country.
Responsibilities
Help the staff hone skills in a wide range of storytelling: from real‑time digital updates to narrative storytelling to investigative reporting, employing alternative story forms and multimedia.
Use metrics and analytics to determine how to best reach and grow the audience.
Increase digital audience and engagement and grow digital subscriptions.
Be a teacher, not just an editor. After all, everyone needs a coach.
Be courageous about experimentation.
Be a team player who likes to collaborate with coworkers.
Serve as an ambassador to the community on the Register’s behalf.
Apply innovative, creative thinking to support the company’s goals.
Requirements
Bachelor's or master’s in communications, journalism or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
5 years of experience in journalism writing, editing or management roles and demonstration of strong editing skills.
Solid news judgment.
Top‑notch planning, organizational and time‑management skills.
Understanding of metrics, social‑media, and SEO.
Self‑motivation and self‑direction.
Ability to multi‑task and excel under intense deadline pressure in a rapidly changing environment.
USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal‑opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status, education, genetic characteristics, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation should contact the Recruitment Department at Recruit@usatodayco.com.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.
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The editor will lead a team of reporters covering the Des Moines community, including city hall, suburban, neighborhood, and public‑safety news, helping reporters break exclusive stories, cultivate deep sourcing, and develop explanatory and investigative reports. The role requires a mentor to help reporters improve their newsgathering and writing skills and take on ever‑more sophisticated work.
The editor will use metrics and audience research to guide decisions about covering topics and issues that will drive digital audience growth. A successful candidate will embrace the latest developments in video, digital technology, social media and AI and will experiment with innovative approaches to draw in new audiences.
The job requires a problem solver who is well‑organized, can work independently and exercise solid news judgment.
They will report to the Des Moines Register’s executive and collaborate with other editors to plan and execute local and statewide news and information.
The Des Moines Register is a 17‑time Pulitzer Prize winner that is nationally recognized for the quality of reporting. The Register offers an opportunity to build a career path in Iowa or to gain the foundation to move on to top metros across the country.
Responsibilities
Help the staff hone skills in a wide range of storytelling: from real‑time digital updates to narrative storytelling to investigative reporting, employing alternative story forms and multimedia.
Use metrics and analytics to determine how to best reach and grow the audience.
Increase digital audience and engagement and grow digital subscriptions.
Be a teacher, not just an editor. After all, everyone needs a coach.
Be courageous about experimentation.
Be a team player who likes to collaborate with coworkers.
Serve as an ambassador to the community on the Register’s behalf.
Apply innovative, creative thinking to support the company’s goals.
Requirements
Bachelor's or master’s in communications, journalism or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
5 years of experience in journalism writing, editing or management roles and demonstration of strong editing skills.
Solid news judgment.
Top‑notch planning, organizational and time‑management skills.
Understanding of metrics, social‑media, and SEO.
Self‑motivation and self‑direction.
Ability to multi‑task and excel under intense deadline pressure in a rapidly changing environment.
USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal‑opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status, education, genetic characteristics, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation should contact the Recruitment Department at Recruit@usatodayco.com.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.
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