Do you have a strong background in journalism and want to take your career to the next level
The proudly independent digital-only Village Media network is searching for a talented Editor to fill a full-time position in Oshawa!
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 bachelors 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 Durham Region is a strong asset.
Your Responsibilities
Lead an editorial team in Oshawa
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 drivers licence and a reliable vehicle. The successful candidate must live in or near Oshawa Ontario.
To apply please submit a cover letter and resume along with relevant samples of your work.
About Village Media
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 .
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