Memphis Commercial Appeal seeks deputy business editor

The Content Editor works with lead editors (Metro/Watchdog, Sports, Breaking News, etc. ) to execute content and section plans for print and online platforms. The Content Editor is a multimedia journalist who utilizes a variety of storytelling methods to deliver a comprehensive news report. Responsible for shift supervision, story assignment, selection and editing, evaluating story suggestions and monitoring the progress of assignments.

Key activities

• Coordinate text and visual content from a variety of sources, including multimedia journalists, correspondents/freelancers, wire services and user-generated reports.
• Supervise shifts of multimedia journalists and other associates as scheduled by a lead editor.
• Edit and curate content as it is published across a variety of platforms, giving the “first read” on local, wire service and syndicated content to check for libel, fairness and adherence to style. Collaborate with colleagues to ensure on-time flow of content and adherence to deadlines.
• Work with multimedia journalists to produce content for publication in a variety of forms such as stories, Web updates, videos, still photos, text alerts and e-mail newsletters.
• Engage readers through social media, directing staff to respond to reader comments and pursuing other avenues for interacting with audiences.
• Meets performance measurements and metrics as specified by the Editor.
• Maintain positive working relationships with teams in all areas of the newsroom.
• Inspire people and encourages teamwork; being open-minded and flexible to new thinking.
• Adhere to all E. W. Scripps and local company policies, procedures and Code of Ethics.

Education & Experience/Certifications

• Typically requires a BS/BA in news/media discipline or equivalent experience.
• Generally 5+ years experience in news/media field.

Skills & Abilities

• Versed in the fundamentals of news reporting, including issues involving privacy, libel, access and ethics. Exhibits high standards of accuracy and fairness.
• Outstanding editing and writing skills; demonstrates attention to detail in both word editing and coding for electronic publication. Strong working knowledge of Associated Press and local style.
• Able to use digital, video, mapping, social networking and other technology to bolster news reports.
• Self-starter and multi-tasker, capable of demonstrating outstanding news judgment with minimal supervision. Demonstrates skill in time management and setting priorities.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), web publishing tools and HTML.
• Understanding of how to interact with audiences across platforms and to formulate multi-platform strategies that drive new audience and maximize existing audience.
• Openness and capacity to seek new opportunities and adopt new ways of doing things.
• Ability to demand high quality and productivity from staff members.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Proven leadership and organizational skills; ability to function as a team leader and a team player.

Work environment

• A moderate level of mobility is required in expediting work flow processes and procedures.
• Must be physically able to sit at a work station and maintain productivity for upwards of eight (8) hours on occasion.

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