Senior Digital Editor at Chicago Public Media

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Media, Journalism, Public BroadcastingIndustries

Requirements

Strong news judgment and journalistic ethics
Exceptional editing and writing skills, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy
Demonstrated expertise in SEO best practices and a track record of driving audience growth through optimized content
Strong leadership and people management skills, with ability to influence and lead non-direct reports
Ability to juggle multiple tasks, prioritize deadlines, and thrive under pressure
Experienced and dynamic Senior Digital Editor with deep understanding of engaging online audiences, SEO best practices, and AP Style
Skilled people manager and collaborative leader capable of mentoring and guiding a team

Responsibilities

Edit and oversee the production of features, news articles, and multimedia content for GBH.org, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to AP Style and GBH editorial standards
Guide and support editors, producers, and reporters across the newsroom on digital and editorial best practices
Manage and mentor the associate digital editor, fostering growth, collaboration, and high performance; conduct regular check-ins, evaluations, and provide constructive feedback
Implement and uphold SEO best practices to maximize the reach and discoverability of digital content, analyzing performance metrics and making data-driven decisions to enhance audience engagement
Collaborate with newsroom leadership on content strategy, ensuring alignment with GBH News’ mission and goals while driving innovation in digital storytelling
Work closely with the social media, multimedia, newsletter, show production, and audience engagement teams to ensure cohesive messaging and promotion across platforms
Play a key role integrating digital content from GBH’s The World and The World digital team
Assist in editing breaking news coverage as needed while maintaining a focus on in-depth features and enterprise reporting
Uphold GBH’s commitment to accuracy, fairness, and editorial integrity across all digital content

Skills

SEO

AP Style

Digital Editing

Content Editing

Team Management

Audience Engagement

Journalism

Mentoring

Chicago Public Media

Broadcast radio and digital streaming services

About Chicago Public Media

Chicago Public Media's main product is WBEZ, a flagship station delivering substantive news and insights through broadcast radio, digital streaming, and a newly launched mobile app with groundbreaking rePlayer functionality. The technologies utilized include digital streaming, mobile app development, and on-demand platform features.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

1990Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Social Impact, Education, EntertainmentIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

6 weeks fully paid family leave

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Risks

Decline in traditional radio listenership may reduce audience engagement and revenue.

Increased competition from digital-native news outlets challenges content production speed.

Dependence on public funding and donations can be unpredictable during economic downturns.

Differentiation

Chicago Public Media acquired the Chicago Sun-Times, forming a large nonprofit news organization.

They partner with local organizations to enhance community engagement and attract diverse audiences.

Their focus on addressing social issues strengthens community ties and public service mission.

Upsides

Podcasting growth offers an opportunity to expand reach and audience engagement.

AI in media can personalize content delivery and improve audience engagement.

Nonprofit news acquisitions can lead to innovative business models and sustainability.

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