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Managing Editor, Hearst Connecticut Media Group

If you're an editor who wants to be part of a growing news organization with a statewide readership, this job is for you. 

Hearst Connecticut Media Group's Managing Editor will lead a team of reporters focused on state- and local-level education news and trends, and also edit some other coverage. This dynamic leader will be joining HCMG at a time of record digital subscription growth, spurred by quality, award-winning journalism, both locally and statewide.

HCMG is the state's largest newsroom, with more than 130 journalists covering breaking news, high school and UConn sports, politics and government, business, real estate and development, education, food and trending topics. 

We are looking for a talented editor who will continue to evolve what we do both in real time as the news happens, as well as strategically in the long term. With a focus on news and enterprise of statewide interest, and an emphasis on digital-first storytelling, this newsroom leader is a forward-looking journalist who understands the quality, cadence and various formats of stories needed to inform readers. This leader will also have the opportunity to work closely with HNP's award-winning visual and data visualization teams, together producing some of our strongest work.

The candidate must have a strong grasp of the operations of all newsroom departments, as well as newsroom standards and journalistic principles, including legalities and ethics when it comes to newsgathering and publishing. This leader should also have a strong track record when it comes to diversity, equity and inclusion from evolving and expanding the breadth of our coverage in this vital area, to supporting a thoughtful and inclusive culture within our newsrooms.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead a new team covering education in local communities and statewide, at the K-12 and college/university levels. 

Plan coverage of education and possibly other topics, coach reporters and edit stories.

Develop the talents of staffers, offering constructive criticism of their work. 

Elevate education coverage at HCMG by doing local news exceptionally well, by seizing opportunities for in-depth enterprise and investigative stories that have statewide and sometimes national reach, and by being useful.

Work collaboratively with others to enhance our storytelling and aim for real-world impact.

Communicate quickly and effectively with reporters to break news online.

Demonstrate a high comfort level with analyzing and interpreting metrics and use them to inform coverage decisions.

Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience managing personnel and producing high-quality news.

Ability to mentor editors and journalists of all skill levels.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in journalism, English, communications, or related field preferred.

Demonstrated success working in a deadline-driven environment.

A proven ability to juggle multiple tasks.

The ability to speak a second language like Spanish is a plus.

Understanding of social media landscape and SEO, as well as audience data analysis.

Command of newsroom standards and principles.

If you're passionate about ambitious local journalism, don't hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself. We know there are many great candidates who may not check all of these boxes.

Requirements: 

This position is full-time. 

It will likely include some weekend and holiday work.

The successful candidate must be based in Connecticut or nearby New York or willing to move to the region.

To apply:

Send a cover letter, resume and clips for review.

HCMG is committed to growing and retaining a more diverse workforce that better reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage all people of working age, who are traditionally underrepresented in media to apply, including women, people of color, applicants with disabilities, those from the LGBTQ+ community and veterans.

Some great candidates may not check all the boxes for this role. If you're a passionate, dedicated worker who's interested in Hearst Connecticut Media Group but don't have all the skills listed here, please still reach out and tell us more about what you bring to the table.  

Our Benefits: At Hearst Newspapers we not only support our employees through personal and professional development, but we also believe in promoting each individual's physical, financial and emotional wellbeing (and that of their family).  Our industry-leading benefits include:

• Physical Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Invest for the Future: Competitive retirement plan with matching program in most markets.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge with ample time off, including holidays and vacation.
• Paid Parental Leave: Support for growing families, with paid leave for new parents.
• Monthly Child & Dependent Care Reimbursement: Financial support for the care of your loved ones.
• Emotional Wellbeing: Be your best self with our mental wellness benefits.
• LGBTQ+ & Inclusive Health Services: Inclusive healthcare designed for every individual's unique needs.
• Fertility Coverage & Menopause Support: Helping you along every step of your family journey.
• Pet Wellness Reimbursement & Rover Credits: We care about your pets, too - helping you keep them happy and healthy.
• And more, click here for additional benefits and details.

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