News Editor

Lee Enterprises Inc   Woodbine, IA   Full-time     Writing / Editing
Posted on November 11, 2022
Are you ready to take the next step in your career?

Come join the action!

The Action!

The Twiner Herald, a Lee Enterprises Inc. publication, is seeking an Editor to lead our team and build relevance within the Logan and Woodbine communities and surrounding area by covering breaking news, local government, schools, crime and compelling feature stories. In this fast-paced role, the editor is a jack-of-all-trades by writing editorials, covering sports, editing op-eds, writing headlines, taking photos and video, choosing graphics, maintaining the website and social media platforms and preparing the design/layout for this weekly publication.

Are you Ready?

If you are a strong storywriter, enjoy variety, are deadline driven, possess sound judgment, and can work independently, this may be the role for you! Candidates should possess three or more years' experience covering news, be proficient in InDesign, and interest in working within the local community. The ability to source and develop sources, write compelling stories relevant to our readers, and take and utilize photos and video to enhance our on-line and social medial presence is critical.

What's in it for you?

Lee Enterprises offers competitive wages in a supportive work environment with career growth opportunities. We offer a comprehensive and affordable benefit program, which includes medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and life insurance. Our time off program is generous and includes paid parental leave for new parents. In addition, Lee's 401K program includes employer contributions. Woodbine is a short 30-minute drive to Omaha where one can tap into great shopping, museums, sports, night life, dining and more, yet enjoy the benefits of living in a smaller community.

Come grow with us!

If YOU have the talent for this role and want to be where the action is, apply at https://lee.net/careers/ and search Woodbine, IA. Submit your resume, cover letter and samples of you work as you apply.

Lee Enterprises is a leader in providing high-quality local news with 77 daily publications in 26 states, which have print, digital, and e-replica versions. Our digital sites attract more than 44 million unique visits monthly. We also have a rapidly growing roster of digital products for consumers, and are committed to aggressive digital growth.

Lee Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates must pass a post offer drug screen, driving record check, and background check. We participate in E-Verify.