Deputy Editorial Page Editor
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$ 105000 - 125000
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Deputy Editorial Page Editor San Francisco Chronicle
Tired of bad takes on the internet Help us put out some good ones Were trying to reinvent local opinion journalism for the digital age. In your capacity as Deputy youll help shape a vision for the future of the Bay Area and think of new ways to harness The Chronicles bully pulpit to make that vision a reality. Youll edit daily editorials and opeds and be deeply involved in the editorial boards endorsement process interviewing candidates and deciding who should stay and who should go. Youll discover diverse new voices and help get them a start in the world of journalism. Youll also help craft ambitious enterprise journalism projects designed to make an impact.If and when the mood strikes you there will be opportunities to try your turn writing columns as well.
This job requires someone with a diverse skillset. Candidates with a background in either opinion journalism or audience engagement would be nice. But what we need most is someone with the organizational skills of a managing editor and a demonstrated ability to use those skills to turn ideas into action. Your mindset should be digital first but you should have some familiarity with or a willingness to master the demands of print production. Fluency with the politics of the Bay Area and the subtleties of its disparate and diverse communities will give you an edge.
More of what were looking for:
- A careful eye and the ability to line edit and fact check with the speed of the web without sacrificing voice.
- A desire to do serious work with a columnists flair.
- An understanding of how to use audience data to guide your journalistic decisions.
- At least three years of experience at a daily newspaper magazine or web publication.
What we offer:
- Dynamic Environment:A great work environment whereits never boring.
- Comprehensive Training: Paid indepth sales and product training.
- Competitive Compensation: Competitive base salary with uncapped commissions for unlimited earning potential.
- Collaborative Culture: Ideas and input are always welcome.
- Learn more about Hearst Newspapers atwww.joinhnp
Our Benefits:At Hearst Newspapers we not only support our employees through personal and professional development but we also believe in promotingeach individuals physicalfinancial and emotional wellbeing (and that of their family). Our industryleading 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 individuals 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 clickhere foradditional benefits and details.
In accordance with applicable law Hearst is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role if hired in California. The reasonable estimate is between $105000 to $125000. Please note this information is specific to those hired in San Francisco. If this role is open to candidates outside of San Francisco the salary range would be aligned to that specific location. A final decision on the successful candidates starting salary will be based on a number of permissible nondiscriminatory factors including but not limited to skills and experience training certifications and education.
About The San Francisco Chronicle & SFChronicle:
The San Francisco Chronicle is worldclass journalism. With namebrand voices and a keen editorial eye The Chronicle is an authority that still surprises. The Chronicle one of the largest news organizations in the West has been named Californias best large newsroom for four of the past five years.
SFChronicle is home to the Bay Areas best journalism and has been recognized as the best large newspaper website in California. It is the Bay Areas authoritative online news source focused on San Francisco but inclusive of all California and Western news that reflects the unique Bay Area experience.
Join our team of worldclass journalists.
Employment Type
Full-Time
