The Sacramento Press is seeking a dynamic editor-in-chief to oversee the day-to-day operations of the newsroom. This position will play a key role in expanding the presence and reach of The Sacramento Press into the surrounding media market.

Please email colleen[at]sacramentopress.com for more information

We’re looking for someone who is ambitious, confident in their ability to learn quickly, and focused on creating compelling content for the local communities. Excellent writing and reporting skills and good editorial judgment are essential.

The ideal candidate will bring lots of ideas for new ways to present stories online, through text, photos, or videos.

Experience in using a content management system is a plus, as is experience in podcasts, editing video, conducting and moderating panels. Experience working with technology teams is also preferred. Ability to edit HTML and other light coding would be outstanding.

Ideal candidate will have:

• Passion for journalism and an understanding of how it can transform a community
• At least three years previous newspaper and/or other publication experience
• A bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
• At least two years editing experience
• Experience with online publications
• A deep understanding of the demands of 24/7 websites
• Experience leading a team
• Ability to edit copy quickly and always improve stories
• Understanding of how to promote stories via social media
• Ability to speak confidently when appearing on TV and radio
• Enthusiasm to create and sustain relationships with stakeholders and neighborhood leaders
• Excellent news and editorial judgment
• Strong diplomatic skills and ability to interact with journalists at all levels of the newsroom
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work under pressure
• Proven ability to break news and generate outstanding story ideas
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Enthusiasm for working with a technology team to envision the future of news
• Light coding skills and competence at HTML manipulation

Your job responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Make Sacramento a better place to live
• Maintain engaging and relevant splash pages that are refreshed daily
• Seek out ways to incorporate graphics such as surveys, charts, video, etc. in content
• Write editorials
• Will help maintain site and produce weekly electronic newsletters
• Track daily and weekly deadlines
• Compile monthly analytics and reports
• Adapt to changing organizational forms and help other department heads meet goals
• Supervise, train and develop a staff of two reporters, an intern coordinator and up to six unpaid interns
• Plan scope and content of all editorial content and assign stories
• Ensure content is factually accurate, and does not violate copyright laws or contain libel
• Identify and pursue ways the Sacramento Press can increase editorial outreach into local communities
• Responsible for quality of online content and layouts
• Curates journalism workshops

The Sacramento Press offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental and vision plans.

This is a fast-paced role in a high potential growing company. This is a unique opportunity to be a critical piece of our growth. This position is located in Sacramento, CA.

Compensation:
This is a full-time contract-to-hire position.
Upon hire, it is a full-time salaried position.

The Sacramento Press (www.sacramentopress.com) is a comprehensive, online local news and information media for the Sacramento Metropolitan Area. We are a strictly online newspaper that combines paid journalism with community contributions. In addition to The Sacramento Press, the successful candidate will work with our other properties: SLOAN - the Sacramento Local Online Advertising Network (www.sacad.net), SacMix (www.sacmix.com) and Deal Ticket (www.sacramentopress.com/deals). All properties are digital.

Life At The Company
We value our employees and want the office to reflect that. We will outfit you with all the new tools you need to be successful in the technology realm. People love our office, and comfortable happy employees make the day worthwhile.

We Thrive On Collaboration
You'll be building something big and new here at The Sacramento Press. Not only will your contribution make a difference, you will be building contacts and relationships that will be critical to our success.

Work With Benefits
To enhance your life, The Sacramento Press provides employee benefit premiums, including Health, Dental, and Vision benefits. This position is eligible for benefits after your first 90 days of employment.

Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays
Producing high quality results and high impact work deserves some balance. The Sacramento Press offers the most competitive and rewarding time-off package available.

Ready to apply? Submit your resume, portfolio or clips and any other helpful information to colleen[at]sacramentopress.com.

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