Thebaltimorebanner

Narrative and Projects Editor

Baltimore, Maryland · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$140k-$160kDetected 22 days ago

LeadershipMentoringOrganizational Skills

About the role

This is a critical leadership role at a pivotal moment for our newsroom, signaling our deep commitment to exceptional writing, rigorous reporting and resonate journalism.
This editor knows how to take great ideas and transform them into unforgettable storytelling.
They are an exceptional line editor and a patient writing coach who can push talented journalists to do the best work of their careers.

Lead the conception, organization, execution and editing of the newsroom's most ambitious narrative and investigative projects
Coach and develop a team of high-performing journalists, helping them grow as writers and journalists
Collaborate with editors across the newsroom to elevate enterprise and investigative storytelling on every team
Proven ability to lead complex projects from conception to publication, and the organizational skills to manage multiple efforts simultaneously
A commitment to coaching and developing journalists with care, clarity and high expectations
The Banner seeks a Narrative Editor to lead and shape our most ambitious storytelling and investigative work.
They are also a skilled project leader who can organize complex, cross-functional efforts with clarity and purpose, and who can effectively collaborate with other editors and teams to elevate work across the newsroom.
They bring ideas to the table, collaborate across teams and help set the standard for narrative excellence across the newsroom.

At least 5 years of editing experience, preferably at a senior level
A distinguished track record as a narrative editor, with work that demonstrates the ability to elevate stories into compelling, high-impact journalism
Experience managing reporters and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
A collaborative spirit and the ability to communicate clearly across teams and leadership levels

401K plan offered through Human Interest, with a company match
Student Loan Debt Repayment Assistance for qualified employees
11 Paid National Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
$140,000 - $160,000 Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by several factors including experience, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations.
We constantly review all teammate pay to ensure a great compensation package that is fair and equal across the board.

Flexible Paid Time Off
Retirement savings
Full health benefits - medical, dental, vision, prescription, FSA/HSA., and coverage for family/dependents
Sick Leave eligible for rollover
Commuter Benefits
Generous Parental Leave
Our amazing benefits include:

The Venetoulis Institute for Local Journalism embraces diversity and inclusion, and we are wholeheartedly committed to being proactive in inspiring a culture of inclusion across our organization.
We appreciate the value that individuals with disabilities bring to our workforce and encourage applicants with disabilities to disclose their needs for accommodation to facilitate a smooth and inclusive recruitment experience.
If you require accommodation due to a disability to participate in the
application process, please contact careers@thebanner.com to request accommodation.

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