Web Managing Editor, 10News.com
San Diego, CA
Cory Bergman July 13th, 2006
Internet Broadcasting Systems, Inc. (IBS) is the 38th largest commercial website on the web, growing at double-digit rates. IBS, Inc. runs over 70 local television station websites for premier news partners, including NBC, Hearst-Argyle, McGraw Hill and Post Newsweek as well as NBC’s Olympics website.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are driven to succeed and seeking an opportunity with a fast growing media company - This is the opportunity you have been waiting for!
WEB MANAGING EDITOR- 10News.com, San Diego- REQ #091-06
This is both a supervisory and hands-on position, gathering and compiling news from a variety of outlets, including our radio and television news partners, the Internet, wire services as well as traditional news sources for publishing on the web site, with an emphasis on delivering breaking news accurately. Also supervises other staff members on site and serves as liaison to station and IBS management.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Writes and edits materials for target audiences integrating compelling and creative text, still images, audio- and video-file components, and links to relevant Internet resources into an appealing and thoughtful online news package.
Oversees on-site sales convergence projects as well as TV convergence packages. Possesses online acumen to provide added value to reports initially developed by broadcast reporters. Ensures accuracy of stories by double checking any necessary facts in assigned projects. Ensures that all edited text goes through necessary reviews. Checks art/text consistency for assigned projects. Proofreads all text in assigned projects.
Represents editing concerns on the teams for assigned projects. Provides editing support to other teams as needed. Participates in editing team activities and supports editing team goals. Works with project teams to create and maintain own schedule. Responsible for the management of one to several non-news sections or franchises as assigned. Provides additional guidance for other editors and writers.
Plans for the long-term growth of the site, sets priorities and plans coverage for major events. Thinks strategically about developing the site’s revenue potential as well as its audience potential.
COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES) REQUIRED:
Ability to work in a team setting, with broadcast partners, and under tight deadlines is key. Ability to deliver integrated compelling news stories quickly and accurately, using sound news judgment. Ability to prioritize, work independently, and manage simultaneous assignments within an intense deadline-driven environment.
Ability to effectively use strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to influence across the organization and work effectively with all levels of management and staff.
Knowledge of editing and AP stylebook standards. Ability to pass editing test. Ability to convey complex subject matter clearly and engagingly. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Ability to catch spelling errors without electronic assistance (on hard copy). Skill in keying 60 wpm to meet deadlines for various projects. Ability to be flexible in schedule and adaptable to constant change. Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and frequent interruptions. Ability to work with a positive attitude. Ability to work well in a multitasking environment paying close attention to details.
Ability to supervise effectively. Ability to be effective ambassador to station personnel.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Four-year college degree; publishing, communications, English, marketing, or related coursework preferred.
Established journalistic track record. Familiarity with word processing software; Word preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Familiarity with AP style preferred. Working experience with a TV station. Past supervisory experience helpful.
Please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@ibsys.com. Must include Req # and location in subject line of email. Equal Opportunity Employer.
