Salem, OR, USA Req #39478

　　Monday, October 2, 2023

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　　Senior News Editor

　　The Statesman Journal, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, is recruiting for a senior news editor in Salem.

　　Responsibilities of the position include being the primary editor for reporters covering community issues and state and local government, who are expected to produce watchdog and governmental reporting, understand local issues and provide readers with real-time information and answers.

　　This editor helps foster a collaborative culture that values dogged reporting and high-impact, exclusive work and is a champion for urgent and informative reporting that gives readers answers to questions they have about our community in the moment.

　　The ideal candidate will be highly organized and able to lead a team that covers local government, education and law enforcement beats, as well as strategically plan daily coverage for the Statesman Journal website and daily newspaper, and collaborate with other teams across the network on larger projects.

　　You also will have a track record of guiding innovative daily and enterprise work, be well-versed in using metrics to inform beats and coverage decisions, and love to coach both entry-level and experienced reporters, setting high standards and elevating the quality of their work. A demonstrated ability to edit news stories on tight turnarounds is a must.

　　Located in the Willamette Valley, Salem is Oregon's state capital. The Statesman Journal covers Marion and Polk counties in the Mid-Willamette Valley, home to hundreds of vineyards and wineries and craft breweries. The Statesman Journal is one hour from Portland, 90 minutes from the Oregon Coast, and amazing outdoor experiences are even closer.

　　Requirements: Bachelor's or master's degree in communications, journalism, marketing or related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. Five years or more of daily journalism experience in a digitally focused newsroom. Strong news judgment and editing skills. Comfort in fluid, fast-breaking, stressful situations. Ability to help reporters identify story topics that will resonate with our audiences and execute them by delivering clear, complete news articles and video as appropriate. Demonstrated ability for helping reporters hone skills in a range of storytelling, from real-time digital updates to narratives to investigative reporting, employing alternative story forms and multimedia. Strong grasp of journalism skills (reporting and editing) and advanced knowledge of writing, spelling, grammar, AP and local style. Exceptional planning and organizational skills. Understanding of metrics, social media and SEO strategy. Ability to build a coverage strategy using analytics and innovation. Demonstrated ability to use social media to augment news coverage and engage audience on digital platforms. Self-motivation and self-direction. Command of media law and principles of ethical conduct. Ability to multi-task and excel under deadline pressure, using time efficiently. Skill at collaborating in a cross-functional environment and adapting in a rapidly changing industry. Values diversity and inclusion and strives to lead a diverse team. Is comfortable working with data and pursuing records requests and can coach those skills. Spanish language skills a plus. Employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment, post-offer background check. Application Instructions:

　　We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don't limit your upload to a resume; show us what you've done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:

　　Your resume - one to two pages. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job. Up to five samples of your work. Show us what you've produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.

　　It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.

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