Southeast Iowa Union is hiring: Regional Editor in Bozeman

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Regional Editor
Full-Time Regular [30 or more hrs/wk] First/MidLevel Mgmt Bozeman, MT, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 2051

The Bozeman Daily Chronicle is seeking an accomplished Regional Editor to lead newsroom operations across our portfolio of publications and digital platforms.

This role is responsible for setting editorial vision, ensuring journalistic excellence, and guiding the organization through the continued evolution of digital-first, community-centered journalism.

The Executive Editor is a strategic leader who understands the responsibility and impact of local journalism. This role balances high editorial standards with audience growth, operational discipline, and collaborative leadership across departments. The ideal candidate brings deep newsroom experience, strong people leadership, and a clear understanding of how modern audiences consume and engage with local news.

Key Responsibilities
Editorial Leadership & Strategy

Set and execute the editorial vision for Idaho Press across print, digital, and social platforms

Ensure consistent journalistic standards, ethics, accuracy, and AP style compliance

Edit and oversee enterprise, investigative, and daily news coverage

Guide coverage priorities to reflect community relevance, accountability, and impact

Lead planning and execution of special sections, projects, and long-term editorial initiatives

Digital Strategy & Audience Growth

Drive a digital-first publishing mindset across the newsroom

Collaborate on audience engagement strategies including newsletters, social media, and web optimization

Use analytics and audience data to inform content decisions and newsroom priorities

Encourage innovation in storytelling formats including multimedia, video, and interactive content

Partner with digital, product, and advertising teams to align editorial strategy with audience growth goals

Lead, mentor, and develop editors, reporters, and contributors across the organization

Foster a collaborative, accountable newsroom culture focused on growth and performance

Recruit, onboard, and retain strong journalistic talent

Support professional development with emphasis on leadership, digital skills, and community reporting

Promote diversity of perspectives, voices, and coverage within the newsroom

Operations & Community Engagement

Oversee daily newsroom operations and production workflows

Collaborate with pagination, design, and production teams to ensure efficient execution

Manage freelance budgets, contributor assignments, and editorial resources

Serve as a visible, trusted representative of Idaho Press within the community

Build and maintain relationships with public officials, community leaders, and readers

Respond professionally to reader feedback, corrections, and community concerns

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Communications, or related field

7+ years of newsroom experience, including senior editorial leadership

Strong editing skills with mastery of AP style and journalistic standards

Demonstrated experience leading teams in a deadline-driven environment

Proven understanding of digital publishing platforms and newsroom workflows

Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Knowledge of media law, ethics, and public records

Preferred Qualifications

Experience leading a multi-platform or multi-publication newsroom

Strong understanding of SEO, analytics, and audience development tools

Background in community or regional journalism

Experience with enterprise reporting and long-term editorial projects

Comfort working cross-functionally with advertising, marketing, and production teams

What We Offer

A senior leadership role shaping the future of Idaho Press journalism

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Idaho communities

Collaborative leadership environment with editorial autonomy

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid disability and term life insurance; a generous PTO policy with accrual beginning on the first day of employment; company-paid holidays; and a 401(k) plan. APG associates also receive access to discounts on a wide variety of products and services, including travel and entertainment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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