Managing Editor

Managing Editor
Position Summary
The St. Louis Jewish Light is seeking a Managing Editor who is a strong writer, thoughtful editor and highly organized journalist. This person will play an important role in producing meaningful local journalism while helping manage the day-to-day flow of stories across our print and digital platforms.

The Managing Editor will work closely with the Editor in Chief, Chief Digital Officer and freelance contributors to identify stories, coordinate coverage, meet deadlines and maintain the Jewish Light's high editorial standards.

This is a hands-on newsroom position. The Managing Editor will regularly report and write original stories in addition to editing and coordinating the work of others. This position is not responsible for newspaper layout, graphic design or advertising design.

Key Responsibilities
Reporting and Writing

Report and write original stories focused on the St. Louis Jewish community

Develop relationships with community members, organizations, synagogues and other local sources

Identify timely stories and community issues that are important to Jewish St. Louis

Cover community events, breaking news and other assignments as needed

Contribute to special sections and other editorial projects

Editing and Newsroom Coordination

Edit stories for accuracy, clarity, tone, grammar and style

Help manage the editorial calendar

Assist with fact checking, headline writing and proofreading

Editorial Planning

Work with the Editor in Chief and Chief Digital Officer to plan coverage for the print newspaper, website and Morning Light newsletter

Participate in newsroom meetings and help determine weekly and long-term editorial priorities

Maintain awareness of upcoming community events, holidays and issues that may require coverage

Support the Editor in Chief with newsroom operations and special editorial initiatives

Leadership and Professional Growth

Serve as a reliable newsroom leader when the Editor in Chief is unavailable

Develop a strong understanding of the Jewish Light's editorial standards, audience and role in the community

Grow into increased editorial leadership responsibilities over time.

Qualifications

Professional experience in journalism, communications, publishing or a related field

Strong reporting, writing, editing and proofreading skills

Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines

Sound editorial judgment and careful attention to accuracy

Strong organizational and communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively with staff members, freelancers and community partners

Familiarity with Jewish life, the St. Louis community or nonprofit journalism is helpful, but not required

About the St. Louis Jewish Light
The St. Louis Jewish Light is an independent nonprofit news organization serving the St. Louis Jewish community. Through our print newspaper, website, daily newsletter and special publications, we provide trusted journalism that informs, connects, educates and strengthens our community.

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