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Boston Globe Media · 1 day ago

Multiplatform Editor

Boston, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$43.96/hr - $56.41/hr

5+ years exp

Boston Globe Media is seeking a Multiplatform Editor who specializes in print and digital publishing. The role involves editing and designing print pages, selecting stories, and collaborating with various teams to create visually engaging content.

BroadcastingMedia and EntertainmentNews

Responsibilities

The last line of defense for stories, the final marker before a piece is published online or slotted for the paper

Superior editor for copy, grammar, style, and ethical considerations

Excel at headline writing, photo selection, page design and application of basic metadata to a story

Able to independently prioritize tasks, knowing when to pivot for breaking news and when to clear out time to dig in on an enterprise project

Be detail-oriented, solution-oriented, and think on your feet

Evaluate stories and space for visual and presentation possibilities

Willing to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, or holidays

Understand how all these pieces fit together to represent The Boston Globe each and every day

Works collaboratively and understands how to work as part of a tight-knit unit that publishes the Globe’s stories day and night

Excellent multitasker, able to handle multiple stories about a wide variety of topics each day under deadline pressure

Enhance stories through graphics, maps, data visualization, and other creative forms of storytelling

Build assigned print presentations for a variety of newsroom daily and weekly sections

Adheres to, and is accountable for, all aspects of approved editorial and production standards

Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment

Create visually engaging digital assets for articles, features, and special projects across web, mobile, and social platforms

Collaborate with editors, reporters, developers, and art directors to translate stories into cohesive visual experiences

Design layouts, typography, and graphics that align with the brand’s visual identity and enhance storytelling

Adapt print or static designs into interactive or motion-based formats when needed

Ensure designs are optimized for performance, accessibility, and responsiveness across devices

Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualification

Copy editing skillsPrint page designDigital asset creationHTMLCSSData visualization toolsAdobe InDesignAdobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopTypography skillsMultitaskingCuriosityTeam playerCommunicationAdaptability

Required

At least five years of experience as a journalist on a production, copy desk or design desk

Comfort working individually as well as on multiple teams on deadline and ability to balance short-term and long-term projects

Excellent copy editing skills

Superior print page design and layout skills

Desire to learn new skills and adapt quickly to newsroom needs

Superior communications skills

Keen instincts for newspaper writing, visual communication and storytelling

Being able to meet deadlines and prioritize work effectively

Design experience with a good command of typography, illustration and web publishing

Able to concisely summarize news in headlines and decks

Facility with using and learning new content management systems

Skilled at multitasking and juggling multiple, fast-moving storylines at once

Comfort working with infographics

Experience applying tags, taxonomies, and other basic story metadata

A team player who thrives working in a group setting

Deadlines are strictly adhered to and efficient page production is a must

A willingness to adapt and be audience focused, with a curious mindset and a commitment to creating an inclusive work environment

Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and responsive design principles, with the ability to collaborate closely with developers and translate visual concepts into functional, accessible digital experiences

Solid grasp of UX and interaction design, with the ability to design intuitive layouts, optimize user flows, and prototype interactive elements using tools like Figma, Adobe XD, or code-based frameworks

Preferred

A bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field, plus daily newspaper design experience, is preferred

Experience or willingness to learn the Methodé (CMS), Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop

Experience using data visualization tools such as Datawrapper, Flourish, or similar platforms to create clear, engaging, and brand-aligned visual graphics