Community Engagement Editor

Grow the San Antonio Report’s community connection The San Antonio Report (SAR), a primary digital news brand of Texas Public Radio (TPR), is seeking a strategic, collaborative and detail-oriented Community Engagement Editor to strengthen content strategy and lead audience engagement efforts.
Based in San Antonio, you will be responsible for editing and producing high -quality newsletters, commentary, and digital content while strengthening connections between the newsroom and the community.
What You’ll Do Reading and sorting commentary submissions by non-staff authors
Soliciting commentary submissions from story comment sections or social media
posts
Working with non-staff authors to create clear and concise content
Editing content for style and grammar
Soliciting photos and/or organizing photo opportunities with staff photographers
SKILL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Entry-level position requires college experience or 1-year experience gathering
or producing news and information primarily online
Excellent editorial judgment
Strong writing, copy editing, line-editing, headline, summary and photo cutline writing, and organizational skills
Knowledge of SEO best practices and AP Style
Organized, technical problem solver and quick decision maker
Enjoys working in teams and has excellent interpersonal skills
Ease with/ability to learn new technology independently and quickly
Comfortable adapting to changes in evolving industry and thrives under pressure Self-motivated, competitive spirit and assertive personality with ability to balance multiple competing projects and priorities
Strong social skills, able to work with writers and editors to present their content in the best way
Schedule flexibility (nights, weekends)
Proficiency in WordPress and Spanish fluency is a plus
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field
Benefits Generous Paid Time Off and 11 paid holidays
Employer-paid Medical and Dental Insurance
Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
2% SIMPLE IRA contribution
Employee Assistance Program
Downtown parking provided
Texas Public Radio is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

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