Do you believe that a well-informed community is a stronger community?
The proudly independent, digital-only Village Media network is searching for a talented Editor to fill a full-time position in Niagara Falls, Ontario!
Who You Are
You are a thinker, an innovator and a collaborative leader. You have excellent news judgment and thrive in a fast-paced environment. You want to try new things. You are passionate about technology. You are driven to keep your readers informed and connected to one another by practising service journalism. You are committed to understanding the community you serve and the issues it faces, and to guiding your newsroom to confront those issues through a solutions journalism approach.
Your Skills are Learned and Earned
Your commitment to fairness, accuracy, transparency and impeccable journalism ethics comes from education and real world experience. To start, you have a bachelor’s degree or diploma in Journalism, or a related field. You have experience in a newsroom setting. You have exceptional writing and editing skills and a thorough knowledge of CP style. You will have the ability to build strong relationships with those inside our Village and within the communities we serve. Familiarity with the Niagara Region is a must!
Your Responsibilities:
Lead an editorial team in Niagara Falls
Guide and develop a skilled team of writers and editors
Ensure all content is impeccable and exercise excellent editorial judgment
Demonstrate comprehensive community coverage
You will need to have a valid driver’s licence and a reliable vehicle. The successful candidate must live in or near Niagara Falls, Ontario.
Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume, along with relevant samples of your work.
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About Village Media
Village Media is a leading digital media company dedicated to strengthening local communities through trusted journalism, technology, and civic engagement. Headquartered in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Village Media operates a growing network of local news publications and community platforms across Canada and the United States.
Village Media is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion among our staff, volunteers, programs, and partners. We encourage applicants of diverse abilities, backgrounds, and life experiences to apply. If you require accommodations during the selection process, please contact [email protected].
