Executive Editor, The Daytona Beach News-Journal, Daytona Beach, FL

Executive Editor, The Daytona Beach News-Journal, Daytona Beach, FL
Posted Monday, March 9, 2026 at 7:00 AM

The Daytona Beach News-Journal is seeking a digital savvy, strategic and community‑mindful Executive Editor committed to audience growth, digital innovation, and powerful journalism in Florida’s competitive market. The candidate should have a collaborative mindset, expertise in news analytics, and a passion for quality journalism.

The ideal candidate is a transformational leader passionate about watchdog and enterprise reporting with deep audience knowledge and community engagement. They must understand new media, visual storytelling, and bring strong communication and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

Uphold journalistic standards across digital and print platforms, support the First Amendment, and pursue watchdog reporting.

Develop and implement a multi‑platform digital vision and strategy to meet audience goals.

Provide leadership across state and local news, investigative journalism, public service, and government issues.

Champion change management, communicating strategic initiatives, vision, culture, and plans.

Plan and oversee content strategies focused on strategic audiences, especially digital and new platforms.

Facilitate strong community connections through editorial voice and interaction.

Attract, retain, and develop top talent.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree or equivalent education and experience.

Minimum five years in significant newsroom leadership with demonstrated success.

Clear understanding of the First Amendment and high regard for upholding these standards.

Experience in high‑level decision‑making with complex, impactful or sensitive news content.

Experience working in industries undergoing substantial change and transformation.

History of successful leadership, innovation, and goal achievement.

Demonstrated change‑leadership, collaboration, and effective communication.

Personal charisma, comfort with public speaking, and commitment to staff interaction.

Understanding of changing media landscape and adaptability to market and consumer needs.

Strong competitive instincts and intellectual curiosity.

Ability to manage and coordinate within an accountable environment.

Track record in recruiting a highly successful leadership team.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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 or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or other classifications protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws. We provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities or religious needs. Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location; applications from outside these regions will be removed after submission. Contact: Recruit@usatodayco.com

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