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Penske Media Corporation · 3 months ago

The Hollywood Reporter: Digital News Director

Penske Media Corporation, known for its award-winning journalism, is hiring a Digital News Director for The Hollywood Reporter. The role involves coordinating news coverage, managing a team of writers and editors, and ensuring a top-notch visual presentation for the website across multiple platforms.

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Responsibilities

Drive the news coverage for the site
Coordinate the entirety of THR’s resources with the goal of being the first, right and the authoritative voice for entertainment industry news
Work with a team of writers and editors to cover breaking news, develop sharp articles and analyses and engaging features
Curate the other digital products, including newsletters, as well coordinating its social media production with the social media team
Guide coverage, edit copy and help in the reporting process when needed
Ensure a top-notch visual presentation for the website is maintained at all times
Maintain a multiplatform approach that extends to print, online and video

Qualification

Entertainment industry knowledgeTeam management experienceWriting skillsWordPress proficiencyData analysis skillsDeadline drivenInterpersonal skillsCollaborative mindset

Required

Excellent knowledge of the business of entertainment
Strong contacts in the entertainment industry
Experience in managing a team of journalists
Ten to 15 years as an entertainment editor at a major publication
Strong preference for someone with a daily journalism/website background
Excellent editing and writing skills
Proficient in WordPress
Extremely knowledgeable in analyzing data and working with analytics/SEO teams to ensure performance on site, as well as across multiple digital platforms

Benefits

PMC-Paid Healthcare with no employee paycheck contributions on medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter)
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan with an Employer match
Company discounts and perks including Pet Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Mortgage discounts, and a variety of other savings on wellness, lifestyle, and financial essentials.
New Flexible Vacation Policy

Company

Penske Media Corporation

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PMC is a digital media and publishing and information services company.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$200M
2018-02-28Corporate Round· $200M

Leadership Team

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Brian Levine
SVP, Revenue Operations
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Gabriel Koen
Senior Vice President, Technology
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