Philadelphia Business Journal · 5 hours ago
Special Projects Editor
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expPhiladelphia Business Journal is seeking a Special Projects Editor who will play a critical role in the planning and production of weekly print and digital products. The editor will be responsible for managing special publications, coaching reporters, and ensuring the production of engaging content for the Business Journal.
Media and EntertainmentNewsPublishing
Responsibilities
Work hand in hand with the managing editor and editor-in-chief to conceive, assign, edit and produce the weekly print newspaper, special publications and special sections
Compile and assign profiles for special publications, such as 40 Under 40, Women of Influence and Most Admired CEOs
Manage social media platforms
Source and coordinate with staff reporters and others to produce Business Journal stories, for both print and online
Report and write daily stories
Edit news stories throughout the day for the Business Journal’s print and digital platforms
Assist events team with awards programs, including overseeing nomination process and outreach to awardees
Regularly participate in and attend Business Journal-sponsored events
Work with the managing editor and editor-in-chief to develop a sophisticated read on the pulse of the business community so as to best coach and inspire the news team toward greater audience growth and engagement
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 2 years experience in print and online news operation
Self-starter; experience managing special projects from start to finish
Experience leading journalists in a hard-news environment
Comfortable operating in a rapidly changing media environment
Social media skills
Strong wordsmith who has demonstrated a talent for reporter and story development
Strong knowledge of AP style
Familiarity with InDesign and online content management systems, SEO, analytics
Strong headline writer, for both print and online
Effective communicator and coach, able to share knowledge and inspire team to pursue in-depth, engaging and unique journalism
Preferred
Background in business journalism and reporting is a plus
Knowledge of the Philadelphia market
Daily and, preferably, weekly print experience for a business news operation
Beat reporter experience
Benefits
Bundled health, dental and vision plans
Programs to support mental health and wellness
Generous time-off policy
Paid Parental Leave
401K Plan with Employer Match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Multiple Employee Dependent Scholarship Programs
Commuter Flexible Spending
Lifestyle Programs (Including incentives for healthy habits)
Medical Infertility Services
Corporate discount programs
Employee Recognition/Service Awards
Company
Philadelphia Business Journal
Philadelphia Business Journal is a weekly newspaper that publishes business news and events.
Founded in 1982Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageRecent News
Philadelphia Business Journal
2025-11-25
2025-11-03
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