Editor-in-Chief

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Implement the strategic editorial vision, tone, and standards for Nova Scotia publications, facilitating audience growth.

• Mentor and empower a skilled team of employees to enhance engagement within a mission-focused organization.

• Supervise all editorial teams across Nova Scotia, which includes the Chronicle Herald, Cape Breton Post, rural community publications, and a politics bureau.

• Establish and uphold high editorial standards, making crucial decisions regarding coverage, story presentation, and newsroom priorities.

• Collaborate closely with fellow regional editors on regional coverage, shared resources, and editorial strategies.

• Work in partnership with the Postmedia Network to foster a successful future for families and communities through journalism.

• Cultivate staff talent, enhance newsroom capabilities, and create growth opportunities for high-performing individuals.

• Oversee staffing, performance management, labor relations, and other leadership responsibilities.

• Report directly to the Vice-President of News for Medium and Regional Markets.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least five years of experience as an editor, assignment editor, or in another senior leadership position within a newsroom.

• A proven track record of strong editorial judgment, effective newsroom leadership, and decision-making abilities.

• Proficient in guiding teams through transitions and collaborating effectively with other leaders.

• Knowledgeable in SEO, audience analytics, and digital content optimization.

• Experience in publishing and managing newsletters, with an understanding of their importance in loyalty, retention, and conversion.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.