Crime News Editor

2 days ago


Atlanta, Georgia, United States Cox Enterprises Full time
Job Title: Crime/Breaking News Editor

About the Role:

Cox Enterprises is seeking an experienced Crime/Breaking News Editor to lead and evolve the newsroom's crime and breaking news teams. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for guiding reporters to break exclusive news and elevate quick-turn coverage into longer form enterprise and investigative work.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage teams that cover crime and public safety and breaking news
  • Develop and implement strategies for breaking news and crime coverage
  • Collaborate with leaders throughout the newsroom to ensure timely and accurate coverage of major breaking crime or courts news
  • Provide sound and timely guidance when coverage involves sensitive topics
  • Ensure accurate, comprehensive coverage that reflects the community, with particular care given to ensuring historically underrepresented voices and communities are served

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field with 6+ years of experience in media/journalism with at least 1 year of experience in a management or leadership role
  • Recent experience leading teams that cover crime and public safety and breaking news
  • Demonstrated strong news judgment, sense of urgency, excellent editing ability and collaborative spirit
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams to follow standards and execute large-scale breaking news
  • Reliable transportation and home Internet access

What We Offer:

  • Flexible vacation with pay
  • Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year
  • Up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually
  • Bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, parental leave, and COVID-19 vaccination leave

About Us:

Cox Enterprises is a family business guided by a legacy of bold innovation. We're entering spaces like cleantech, healthcare, esports and more. We're committed to diversity and inclusion, and we're an equal opportunity employer. If you're passionate about storytelling and want to make your mark, we'd love to hear from you.


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