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Hiring A Paid, Part-Time Editor | $30,000 Per Year

Woodbury News Net is seeking an editor for our evolving online news platform that is on the forefront of the national nonprofit, community-led, local news movement. This position is expected to evolve and change over time as resources to grow and expand our newsroom and coverage are available. This is a part-time (20 hrs/week) position, with the potential to work for a separate nonprofit, online newsroom also hiring a .5 position, making this equivalent to FT.

Our goal is to become the go-to source for local news by providing trustworthy journalism with meaningful content that is well-sourced, factual, and unbiased. The weekly newsletter, The Roundabout, has grown from 100 to 2200 subscribers since its launch four months ago.

General Responsibilities

The Editor will develop news coverage plans and assign reporting on essential topics and beats; oversee how these stories are posted and updated in WNN’s digital assets; uphold WNN’s journalistic standards; and serve as a liaison with operations, outreach, and technology team leaders. The Editor will become knowledgeable about Woodbury (Minnesota’s eighth largest city), be a visible position in the community, and develop a vital network of contacts to sustain WNN.

Skills and Qualifications

• Knowledge of and/or passion for nonprofit online news startups like Woodbury News Net.
  Bachelor’s degree or higher in Journalism, Communications, English or related field.
• Two years of ongoing news experience.
• Exceptional writing, reporting, rewriting, and editing skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and cultural awareness, reflected in coverage of all members of the community: all ages, all racial and ethnic groups, all faiths, all socioeconomic groups, all political views, etc.
• Effective leadership and personnel management skills–able to coach, inspire, and communicate ideas and facts. Ability to work with seasoned reporters, as well as students or less-trained writers.
• Proficiency with WordPress, Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Beehiiv, and content management systems a plus.

Apply by sending resume and three writing samples to [email protected].

Inquiries welcome.

Volunteer!

We are always in need of more dedicated volunteers! If you’re interested in reporting and writing or selling advertisements or helping us spread the word, contact us at [email protected]. If you’re curious about helping but uncertain on what role you would like to play, get in touch and we will walk you through the options.