Opinion Editor and Vice President

4 weeks ago


Minneapolis, United States StarTribune Full time
Description

The Star Tribune is the Upper Midwest's largest news organization, with audience numbers consistently in the top five in the country among regional and national peers. Building on an extraordinary legacy that includes seven Pulitzer Prizes and hundreds of other awards, the Star Tribune is an unrivaled force for journalistic excellence in Minnesota. It is also a company under transformation - realigning its core purpose for a new age of media consumption through innovative new partnerships, technology strategies, and a refreshed strategic direction. Our company has a new vision to create the leading model for local news in America - driving innovation in media to make every Minnesotan's life better. We're looking for dynamic leaders to help create that model. We're excited to work with people who care about journalism and democracy and are eager to re-invent one of our state's most trusted companies for a completely new era of growth that embraces new technologies and strategies for excellence.

Job Summary

The Star Tribune Opinion Editor leads the overall direction and day-to-day operations of the editorial department. The editor reports directly to the CEO and publisher and is responsible for leading a team whose goal is to create, solicit and curate compelling opinion pieces on issues that matter to our audience and our state, while also providing well-researched editorials that offer solutions and generate discussion in ways that benefit Minnesota. A deft writer and editor, this leader will have an eye for great content. They will have comfort leading a team that works in several mediums, including video and audio. This leader will have an opportunity to reimagine the structure and focus of the opinion team at a time of significant transformation in our company. Setting a vision with the publisher, the editor will have an expansive view of local and national events, and a keen eye for topics of relevance to Minnesota. A commitment to soliciting and developing commentary pieces from diverse voices across the demographic, political, and geographic spectrum is essential. Success in this leadership role will be defined by driving the most dynamic, engaging, and productive water cooler for opinion content in Minnesota, driving national recognition for our efforts. The editor also serves on the company's Senior Leadership Team and works closely with senior executives across the company.

Key Accountabilities

  • Provides strong leadership to editorial staff by sharing company and journalistic values, instilling a sense of public service, motivating employees to excellence, providing regular feedback, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
  • Works with the opinion staff to formulate editorial policy positions, discuss community issues that are developing but not yet being written about, and to ensure accuracy of editorials. This involves leading the department's regular editorial meetings.
  • Creates daily editorial schedule; edits daily editorials and provides associated feedback, coaching and advice to editorial writers.
  • Participates in interviews with newsmakers, public policy experts and candidates for office.
  • Represents the Star Tribune and the opinion team at public events, occasionally speaking or appearing on panels.
  • Writes and publishes newsletters.
  • Prepares and monitors Editorial Department budget.
  • Provides daily guidance to the commentary and letters editor and team members responsible for social media feeds.
  • Occasionally proposes, researches and writes Star Tribune editorials and bylined pieces on a wide range of subjects.
  • Serves as lead editor on all Star Tribune Opinion special projects.
  • Participates in Senior Leadership Team.
  • Work closely with the commentary and engagement director to launch new content and outreach initiatives.

Requirements

  • Experience as an editorial writer or equivalent experience in public-policy analysis.
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Reporting and editing experience preferred
  • Management experience preferred

More about the Star Tribune:

At the Star Tribune, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We go above and beyond to ensure their happiness, growth, and overall well-being. Here is a glimpse into the exceptional benefits we offer:

Modern downtown office with a free fitness center and rooftop patio. Commuting subsidy, medical, dental, and vision insurance. Wellness program with financial incentives. Paid time off which includes flexible holidays to honor the preferences of employees, plus one volunteer day and 2 wellness days. 401(k) with company match, parental and caregiving leaves, flexible work arrangements, employee assistance program, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending, and health savings accounts.

Selected in 2023 to Diversity MBA's inaugural list of Top 25 Outstanding Leadership and Diversity Impact Awards.

Equal Opportunity Employer

If you're interested in this role but don't meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. The Star Tribune is dedicated to fostering a more diverse and inclusive workplace, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.







  • Minneapolis, United States Star Tribune Media Company Full time

    The Star Tribune is the Upper Midwest's largest news organization, with audience numbers consistently in the top five in the country among regional and national peers. Building on an extraordinary legacy that includes seven Pulitzer Prizes and hundreds of other awards, the Star Tribune is an unrivaled force for journalistic excellence in Minnesota. It is...


  • Minneapolis, United States Star Tribune Media Company Full time

    The Star Tribune is the Upper Midwest's largest news organization, with audience numbers consistently in the top five in the country among regional and national peers. Building on an extraordinary legacy that includes seven Pulitzer Prizes and hundreds of other awards, the Star Tribune is an unrivaled force for journalistic excellence in Minnesota. It is...


  • Minneapolis, United States Star Tribune Full time

    The Star Tribune is the Upper Midwest's largest news organization, with audience numbers consistently in the top five in the country among regional and national peers. Building on an extraordinary legacy that includes seven Pulitzer Prizes and hundreds of other awards, the Star Tribune is an unrivaled force for journalistic excellence in Minnesota. It is...


  • Minneapolis, United States Star Tribune Full time

    The Star Tribune is the Upper Midwest's largest news organization, with audience numbers consistently in the top five in the country among regional and national peers. Building on an extraordinary legacy that includes seven Pulitzer Prizes and hundreds of other awards, the Star Tribune is an unrivaled force for journalistic excellence in Minnesota. It is...


  • Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States StarTribune Full time

    The Star Tribune is the Upper Midwest's largest news organization, with audience numbers consistently in the top five in the country among regional and national peers. Building on an extraordinary legacy that includes seven Pulitzer Prizes and hundreds of other awards, the Star Tribune is an unrivaled force for journalistic excellence in Minnesota. It is...


  • Minneapolis, United States StarTribune Full time

    Description The Star Tribune is the Upper Midwest's largest news organization, with audience numbers consistently in the top five in the country among regional and national peers. Building on an extraordinary legacy that includes seven Pulitzer Prizes and hundreds of other awards, the Star Tribune is an unrivaled force for journalistic excellence in...


  • Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States StarTribune Full time

    The Star Tribune is the Upper Midwest's largest news organization, with audience numbers consistently in the top five in the country among regional and national peers. Building on an extraordinary legacy that includes seven Pulitzer Prizes and hundreds of other awards, the Star Tribune is an unrivaled force for journalistic excellence in Minnesota. It is...


  • Minneapolis, United States Ameriprise Financial, Inc. Full time

    Provide timely risk assessment (mortality and morbidity) opinions on life, disability and LTC applicants; provide opinion on complicated files including interpretation of various clinical tests. Prioritize and oversee requests for advice and EKG inte Medical Director, Vice President, Medical, Director, President, Asset Manager, Healthcare


  • Minneapolis, United States Buhler Group Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBuhler in Plymouth, MN is a global leader in the manufacturing equipment industry, and we're looking for an ambitious person to take the reins as our full-time Vice President of Operations. If you can excel in a high-performance, results-oriented environment and lead others to greatness, we want you!This is your chance to...


  • Minneapolis, United States Buhler Group Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBuhler in Plymouth, MN is a global leader in the manufacturing equipment industry, and we're looking for an ambitious person to take the reins as our full-time Vice President of Operations. If you can excel in a high-performance, results-oriented environment and lead others to greatness, we want you!This is your chance to...


  • Minneapolis, United States Penn Foster Inc Full time

    Job Summary: The Vice President of Marketing is responsible for providing vision and leadership for all association-wide marketing initiatives. This includes activities related to conceptualizing and implementing innovative, high-impact market strategies, and achieving marketing targets for increased brand awareness, membership and fundraising revenue, and...


  • Minneapolis, United States Penn Foster Inc Full time

    Job Summary: The Vice President of Marketing is responsible for providing vision and leadership for all association-wide marketing initiatives. This includes activities related to conceptualizing and implementing innovative, high-impact market strategies, and achieving marketing targets for increased brand awareness, membership and fundraising revenue, and...


  • Minneapolis, United States Wolters Kluwer N.V. Full time

    Directly manage and develop Product Management team that includes five directors and a total team of over 70 individuals. - In collaboration with DXG leadership, indirectly manage, define, and prioritizes work for a development team of over 200 indiv Product Management, Vice President, SaaS, Product Development, Management, President


  • Minneapolis, United States Careerbuilder-US Full time

    Our client is looking for a Vice President of Operations. Job Summary Lead the implementation of operational strategies and objectives across multiple revenue generating departments. Understand each product and manage improvement of operational efficiency. Exceed the product delivery of overall customer satisfaction based on established production...


  • Minneapolis, United States Choreo Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAt Choreo, we are passionate about improving the well-being of our clients, their families, our teammates, and everyone in our communities. For over 20 years, we've worked to meet the financial planning needs of our clients with a coast-to-coast footprint of 40+ locations and counting. Empowered by technology and inspired by...


  • Minneapolis, United States Choreo Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAt Choreo, we are passionate about improving the well-being of our clients, their families, our teammates, and everyone in our communities. For over 20 years, we've worked to meet the financial planning needs of our clients with a coast-to-coast footprint of 40+ locations and counting. Empowered by technology and inspired by...


  • Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Ryan Companies US, Inc. Full time

    Company Info With more than 80 years in business and 16 offices (and growing), Ryan offers comprehensive commercial real estate solutions to customers across the US. We bring a collaborative, relationship-driven approach to delivering spaces where people thrive and businesses succeed. Join a company with an outstanding culture and competitive benefits. At...


  • Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Ryan Companies US, Inc. Full time

    Company Info With more than 80 years in business and 16 offices (and growing), Ryan offers comprehensive commercial real estate solutions to customers across the US. We bring a collaborative, relationship-driven approach to delivering spaces where people thrive and businesses succeed. Join a company with an outstanding culture and competitive benefits. At...


  • Minneapolis, United States JLL Full time

    What this job involves: JLL is the leading intermediary in all phases of the development cycle. We are looking for a Senior Vice President or Executive Vice President (title based on experience) to join our Land Brokerage Team in our Minneapolis, MN office. In this position, you will need a desire for success in sales with new prospects and ability to...


  • Minneapolis, United States JLL Full time

    Position: Vice President, Healthcare Advisory (Title will be based on experience) Location: Minneapolis, MN The Opportunity: JLL is seeking an experienced Healthcare professional to continue to grow our healthcare business in the Minneapolis and Midwest markets. With an emphasis on business development, this person will be accountable for building...