Copy Editor and Web Producer – Augusta
TITLE: Copy editor and web producer
DEPARTMENT: Newsroom
REPORTS TO: Night News Editor
POSITION TYPE: Full Time
POSITION OBJECTIVES/SUMMARY:
Design and paginate pages in the papers at the direction of the nightly supervisor, aiming to create pages that are clean, well designed and compelling. Also posts and curates online content for CentralMaine.com, making sure the latest stories are posted quickly and that the homepage and sections of the site are updated with fresh, compelling content.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Paginates pages that are needed, at the direction of the night supervisor.
- Completes pages in a timely and efficient manner while seeking feedback and direction from the night supervisor.
- Adjusts page designs and story placements as breaking news dictates.
- Proofs pages for accuracy and design, while reviewing headlines and stories.
- Posts news stories with appropriate taxonomies and tags, adding relevant elements such as photos and maps.
- Curates content throughout the website so that important stories are presented in a compelling manner on the homepage and section fronts.
- Manages our social media accounts, including on Facebook and Twitter, and monitoring other media for stories.
- Designs special sections or features for the website that aggregate content.
- Reviews story headlines to make sure they are compelling and accurate, and online assets, related stories and hyperlinks are added.
- Uses available technology to support efforts as needed.
CORE VALUES:
MTM employees held accountable to four core values. These values set the baseline standards for individual job performance, as it relates to the essential functions and competencies of the position.
- Excellence in work – Demonstrates commitment to performing work at the highest standards.
- Embraces innovation- Embraces change and demonstrates dedication to continuous improvement to drive business results.
- Exceeds customer expectations – Demonstrates the highest possible customer service (both internal and external).
- Collaborates as a team member – Recognizes that all departments contribute to the goals of the organization.
POSITION COMPETENCIES:
- Effective communication skills
- Experience in newspaper design and copyediting
- Attention to detail
- Sense of urgency
- Strong critical thinking abilities
- Takes initiative
- Responsive and follows tasks through to completion
- Team player and collaborator
- Strong organizational and time management skills
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
A college degree or significant professional experience required; previous experience at a daily news organization desired. Valid driver’s license, a reliable vehicle and proof of insurance required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change during the course of employment and as the business needs change.