Managing Editor

THE PRESS REPUBLICAN IS HIRING!

Managing Editor

Lead a newsroom. Make an impact. Build a life in New Yorks North Country. The Press-Republican is seeking an experienced, energetic Managing Editor to lead our newsroom and help shape the next chapter of local journalism in northeastern New York.

Based in Plattsburgh, N.Y., this is an opportunity for a journalist who believes deeply in the value of strong local reportingand wants the chance to lead a newsroom where the work truly matters.

The Press-Republican serves communities throughout Clinton, Essex and Franklin counties, delivering local journalism across digital and print platforms. We are a seven-day-a-week, 24-hour news organization, with print editions published three days each week and an ongoing commitment to breaking news, enterprise reporting, community coverage and compelling storytelling.

What Youll Do As Managing Editor:

You will set the tone and direction of the newsroom while working closely with reporters, photographers, sports staff and regional leadership.

Lead daily and long-term news coverage across digital and print platforms.

Coach and develop reporters while fostering strong, community-focused journalism.

Identify enterprise stories that go beyond meetings and events to explain the issues affecting North Country residents.

Maintain strong standards for accuracy, fairness, ethics and journalistic excellence.

Job Qualifications:

Who Were Looking For
The ideal candidate is a journalist and leader who understands that successful community journalism requires both strong news judgment and a willingness to innovate.
You should bring:
Professional newsroom experience, preferably including editing or leadership responsibilities.
Excellent news judgment, writing and editing skills.
The ability to manage breaking news while also developing meaningful enterprise journalism.
Experience coaching reporters and helping journalists grow.
An understanding of digital publishing, audience development and multimedia storytelling.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
A collaborative leadership style and the ability to thrive in a changing media environment.
A passion for local journalism and telling stories that cannot be found anywhere else.

Required Qualifications: High school graduate with a college degree, or relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Undergraduate degree in journalism or communications