Deputy Managing Editor, News Desk

Onsite Chicago, IL (Hybrid workplace)

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Job description

You will co-manage the News Desk at the Chicago Sun-Times, guiding a talented team to produce engaging news stories. This role involves collaboration across various platforms to ensure timely and accurate reporting.

Details

Chicago, IL (Hybrid workplace)
$104,000 to $130,000 per annum
Minimum 10 years of experience in journalism, with at least 5 years managing reporters or editors
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field

The work

Co-manage the News Desk operations Sunday-Thursday
Run afternoon news budget meetings in the Managing Editor’s absence
Coordinate with daily news editors to ensure timely and accurate copy
Supervise assistant city editors and general assignment reporters