Assignment Editor The Hamilton Spectator (Full-time)

Key accountabilities:

• Identifying and assigning the best stories including breaking news features investigations and context pieces
• Working with reporters/photographers to ensure they receive clear direction and helpful feedback for their work
• Responding to questions tips and concerns from readers
• Monitoring Marfeel to ensure we are providing the most well-read and engaging stories
• Keeping track of stories that need to be assigned or followed

• Rewriting and editing a broad range of content including photo descriptions breaking news developing coverage special investigations features utility content etc.
• Providing constructive feedback to content creators and improving the quality and clarity of copy written for print and web.
• Editing copy for style language usage flow and logical presentation of information.
• Demonstrating cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Upholding and contributing to Metroland editorials best practices.
• Understanding and flagging libel and defamation.
• Maintaining and updating tracking documents.
• Working on statutory holidays early mornings evenings and/or weekends as required.

Salary $84296.69

This role is represented by Unifor Local 87-M

To apply please submit a cover letter and resume by June 5 2026

Qualifications :

• Degree or diploma in journalism or a related field including English or communications or other relevant experience.
• At least two years of recent experience in a digital news environment. 
• Proficient with content management systems and SEO best practices.
• Superb news judgment and a sharp eye for detail.
• Deep knowledge of Canadian Press Style. Knowledge of Torstar style is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to adhere to a common standard.
• An engaged consumer of news with a passion for words and strong rewriting abilities.
• A stickler for grammar sentence structure spelling and punctuation.
• Proven ability to work quickly and decisively in a deadline-driven news environment.
• Ability to work individually and in a team environment. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook.

Note: Candidates will be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

Additional Information :

AODA
Torstar Group of Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates including persons with compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code we will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling the interview of your requirements.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. Our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) uses AI for initial screening and assessment; however all final selection decisions are made by our Hiring Managers.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract