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KSL Digital Evening News Editor (Full-time)

Deseret Digital Media · Salt Lake City, UT, USA ·

Pay:
$25-$32/hr
Job type:
Freelance

Position Overview
KSL.com seeks the right individual to join the digital news team to edit, manage, and develop news content for the largest news outlet in Utah. The full-time position is an evening editor from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m.

KSL.com news managers assume titles such as line editor, copy editor, section editor, team leader, content producer, and content manager. The ideal candidate is a journalist with strong judgment, a passion for news, and a commitment to uphold the brand standards of KSL. The successful candidate will be a self‑directed leader who innovates and improves, and a team player in a hybrid work environment of home and office.

Note: Work configurations are subject to change based on business needs and company discretion.

This position is a hybrid role that requires the employee to work at the Salt Lake City site sometimes. Specific hybrid schedules will be determined based on business needs and evaluated by managers and senior management.

What You Will Do

Work with reporters to contribute and develop solid story ideas and content.

Collaborate with other journalists to identify and implement opportunities for growth.

Perform context, content and copy editing on staff‑written, contributor‑written, partner‑written and wire‑service stories. Editing includes watching closely for bias, unsupported claims or content that is potentially defamatory or counter to Deseret Management Corp. objectives.

Help build and support a network of freelance contributors.

Ensure and improve the quality and correctness of content from outside sources.

Follow and set the standard for the staff on understanding and using AP and DMC style.

Oversee breaking news by making sure KSL.com is first and accurate.

Help the news director and managers oversee, plan and schedule story assignments and story ideas.

Mentor interns, as needed.

Skills and Experience We Are Looking For

Bring five or more years of professional news writing and/or editing experience.

Hold a bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism.

Exhibit excellent editing abilities.

Write and edit using Associated Press style.

Multitask and work under deadline pressure.

Work well with others on a team and communicate well.

Ability to stay organized while juggling several tasks at once.

Willingness to work occasional weekends, holidays and odd hours as the news necessitates.

Give and receive constructive feedback.

Physical Demands

Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication effectively.

Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to operate computer keys and general office equipment. Ability to work on a computer for prolonged periods of time.

Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.

Compensation
$25.00 - $32.00 hourly. The rate will be determined by evaluation of education, experience, skill, and market data.

Benefits

Robust, affordable medical, dental and vision coverage with no wait period for enrollment.

Paid leave for new parents under our Medical Maternity and Parental Leave policies.

Double pay for working holidays.

Paid time off for vacation and sick leave in addition to 12 paid company holidays.

401(k) with company match, fully vested from day one.

Paid time off for volunteering.

Employer‑funded retirement account, fully vested from day one.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.

Access to an entire team of free financial planners.

Matches on contributions to charitable organizations after one year of service.

Continuous growth and development opportunities.

Dynamic team culture that values teamwork, having fun, and collaboration.

KSL is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Minority/female/disability PWDNET/veteran are encouraged to apply.

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