United States • Virtual Req #40199

　　Tuesday, December 12, 2023

　　Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a subscription-led and digitally-focused media and marketing solutions company committed to empowering communities to thrive. With an unmatched reach at the national and local level, Gannett touches the lives of millions with our Pulitzer Prize-winning content, consumer experiences and benefits, and advertiser products and services.

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　　Page Editor - Design Center

　　Gannett is looking for a Page Editor to produce high-quality content working closely with multiple Gannett newspapers.

　　This position is remote and can be based anywhere in the US, except for Alaska and Hawaii.

　　Responsibilities: Produces high-quality content working closely with multiple Gannett newspapers. Demonstrates command of headline writing techniques to produce engaging, error-free work. Employs journalistic principles as well as site-specific documentation to determine importance when selecting wire content to be used in Gannett newspapers. Ensures fairness in words and tone for headlines, breakouts, promotional type and captions for print. Serves a critical role in raising excellence through coaching and mentoring other Page Editors/Wire Editors and working with newsrooms to ensure accurate and engaging presentation of content. Works with minimal supervision to write sophisticated headlines and other display type on content as assigned. Trims stories to fit the designated space. Selects appropriate wire content and edits that content into templates as needed. Utilizes CUE system best-practice. workflow to avoid story repetitions. Proofreads display type and tracks jumps, correcting errors in own work as well as work of others, as needed. Corrects errors in spelling and grammar, but also makes suggestions to improve unclear ideas. Edits display type to Network and AP style. Could be asked to provide day-to-day guidance to other Page Editors/Wire Editors in accomplishing team goals and meeting deadlines. Displays versatility in moving between page editing and wire editing functions, as needed. Provides mentoring/coaching for teammates in moving between pages editing and wire editing functions. Performs other duties as necessary and as assigned. Requirements: Bachelor's or master's degree in journalism or any other subject or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of five years' experience at a weekly or daily newspaper writing headlines, editing and/or selecting wire content in a deadline-driven environment. Good communication skills, solid news judgment and importance of story play on pages a must. Must have the ability to work independently and with people especially under deadline. Must be express thoughts clearly and accurately in headlines and other display content. Must organize and package numerous elements, resolve production issues and communicate effectively to meet deadlines. Must be able to resolve any concerns and make decisions on stories independently. Must be able to discern the news value of stories, including using market information provided by individual newsrooms. Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer, pre-employment background check. Application Instructions:

　　We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don't limit your upload to a resume; show us what you've done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:

　　Your resume - one to two pages. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you've produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.

　　It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.

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　　The hourly rate for this role will range between $17.79 and $25.00. Variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role, may be applicable. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, location, and union representation, if applicable.

　　Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee's race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where Gannett employs employees. In addition, Gannett Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant's disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals' application for employment with Gannett Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact Gannett Co., Inc.'s Recruitment Department at [email protected].