We are seeking a visionary Editor-in-Chief who produces content while leading our editorial team. The ideal candidate will have a strong sense of urgency, a journalistic background, exceptional leadership skills, and a deep understanding of local news dynamics. As the Editor-in-Chief, you will be responsible for overseeing all editorial content, ensuring journalistic integrity, and driving the editorial strategy to grow our readership and support our business strategy.
About Us
352today.com is a leading source of local news, dedicated to providing the community with timely, accurate, and engaging content for free. Our mission is to inform, educate, and connect residents by covering a wide range of topics, including local government, crime and safety, business and development, weather, and human-interest stories.
Key Responsibilities
Editorial Leadership:
- Develop and implement an editorial vision and strategy that aligns with the mission and goals of 352today.com.
- Oversee the daily operations of the editorial team, including assigning stories, managing workflows, and ensuring deadlines are met.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative newsroom environment that encourages high-quality journalism and creative storytelling.
Content Management:
- Publish hyper local content each weekday that is relevant and meaningful to Marion County residents.
- Ensure all content is accurate, well-researched, and adheres to journalistic standards and ethical guidelines.
- Review and edit daily articles produced by the editorial team, ensuring clarity, coherence, and engagement while maintaining the publication’s voice and style.
- Oversee the production of multimedia content, including videos, podcasts, and interactive features.
Team Development:
- Recruit, train, and mentor editorial team, fostering professional growth and development.
- Regularly provide constructive feedback to team members.
Audience Engagement:
- Analyze audience metrics and feedback to inform content strategy and improve reader engagement.
- Develop and implement strategies to grow the website’s audience, including leveraging social media and other digital platforms.
- Engage with the community through public appearances, forums, and social media to enhance the publication’s presence and credibility.
Support Business Strategy:
- Work closely with other departments, including marketing, sales, promotions to ensure business commitments are fulfilled.
- Establish and maintain partnerships with local organizations.
- Identify opportunities for revenue growth through innovative content offerings and partnerships.
Financial Oversight:
- Manage the established expense budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Communications, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience with a track record of producing high-quality journalism.
- Strong understanding of digital media, SEO, and audience engagement strategies.
- Excellent writing, editing, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
- Commitment to journalistic ethics and integrity.
Preferred Experience
- Experience working in local news or a similar community-focused media environment.
- Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), digital analytics tools, and multimedia production.
- Proven ability to innovate and adapt in a rapidly changing media landscape.
- Experience in community engagement.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and links to published work to jobs@ncfmgroup.com
Saga Communications (dba North Central Florida Media) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
North Central Florida Media is home to 352today, 93.7 K-Country and 92.5/95.5 Wind-FM. We offer local programming, a robust database of loyal listeners, and marketing capabilities that connect your business with consumers on-air, online and on-site.
