Managing Editor Job at National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ), Portland, OR

SHhVbmRoaE5lbGdSSnlZTTJXNVFZV2Z2RkE9PQ==
  • National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)
  • Portland, OR

Job Description

Job ID: 73617

Job Views : 307

Location: Portland, Oregon, United States

Postal Code: 97232

Job Category: Newspapers

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: 95000-105000 USD per year

Posted: 12.16.2025

Job Description

The Managing Editor position will primarily focus on assisting the editor-in-chief (EIC) with the execution of the Mercury’s vision, including managing workflow and the editorial budget, supporting staff with daily practical needs, organizing production flow of print products, handling internal issues and performance assessments, while also assisting with editing and proofreading. The position also includes many opportunities for general assignment reporting and writing.

The Managing Editor role carries supervisory authority—including hiring, performance management, and addressing staff concerns—in partnership with the EIC. They will supervise select section editors, assist and work alongside unionized staff, and coordinate with the production team to produce a monthly print product. This position plays a key leadership role in onboarding, and cross-departmental operations.

This position requires excellent, proven leadership abilities, strong editorial expertise, superb mediation and organizational skills, and—this is important—a great sense of humor.

Job Requirements

  • Three-plus years of journalism and/or editorial department experience—managerial experience is a definite plus.
  • Demonstrated writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
  • Superb organizational skills, including the ability to regularly meet or exceed deadlines.
  • The ability to juggle multiple deadlines while keeping a cool head and maintaining a positive attitude.
  • Demonstrable mediation skills, with expertise in problem solving, bringing creative ideas to the table, and the ability to work effectively with managers from other departments and divisions.
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Having a fun, can-do attitude and being able to exhibit editorial flair.
  • Possessing an inspiring, positive personality that can bring out the best in employees.
  • A working knowledge of Portland, and what makes it so special.
  • A love for progressive politics, and uplifting underrepresented communities.

Powered by Journalismnext

Job Tags

Full time,

Similar Jobs

The Horsham Clinic

PSYCHIATRIST Job at The Horsham Clinic

Responsibilities Works closely with hospital staff, department directors, and physicians to ensure that the highest standards of quality and service are maintained. Oversees the implementation of quality improvement efforts designed to improve clinical performance ...

Vista Unified School District

Bus Driver Instructor - Promotional and Open - Eligibility List Job at Vista Unified School District

Job Summary Do you have a Vision? We Do! Our Vision: Every student graduates from Vista Unified as a resilient, agile learner and creative problem solver who navigates the world with confidence and kindness and eagerly embraces local and global challenges...

Crunch Fitness

Member Experience Concierge - Free Gym Membership Job at Crunch Fitness

 ...A leading fitness center is seeking a Part Time Member Services Representative in Westlake Village. The successful candidate will greet members, check them in, answer phones professionally, and assist with member requests. The position requires proficient reading, writing... 

ProLocums

Pediatric Hospitalist Physician Job at ProLocums

 ...Pediatric Hospitalist locum opportunity in Clinton, OH where on-going coverage is needed. Here are some of the details: Start Date: May, Coverage Needs Details: Inpatient Setting Facility will accept multiple providers to add to pool of coverage Minimum Board Status: Board... 

SPECTRAFORCE

Project Manager Job at SPECTRAFORCE

 ...Job Description Job Title - Project Manager - Infrastructure Duration - 06 months Location - Remote with occasional travel to Newark, NJ Job Description: Develop a comprehensive project plan by identifying the project scope, objectives, deliverables, and...