Hometown Publications, LLC ยท 3 days ago
Managing Editor
Medfield, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$32K/yr - $40K/yrHometown Publications, LLC is an independent chain of local newspapers seeking a full-time Managing Editor to oversee day-to-day editorial operations. The role focuses on managing the editorial cycle, ensuring accurate local coverage, and coordinating with writers and contributors across multiple community newspapers.
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Hiring Manager
Paul Stanton
Responsibilities
Manage the weekly editorial cycle for multiple local newspapers
Assign, edit, and occasionally write stories covering:
Local government and town meetings
Schools and education
Public safety
Business and community organizations
Events and features
Edit all copy for accuracy, clarity, grammar, and AP style
Work with freelance writers and contributors
Coordinate coverage planning and editorial calendars
Deliver clean, complete copy to the design team on deadline
Publish stories to our website and handle basic digital updates
Attend occasional night meetings and weekend events as required by community news coverage
Serve as a professional editorial point of contact in the communities we cover
Qualification
Required
Strong writing and editing skills with solid grammar and AP style knowledge
Prior journalism experience (community newspapers, internships, student publications, or equivalent)
Ability to manage multiple deadlines independently
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Professional communication skills and sound news judgment
Preferred
Experience covering local or municipal news
Familiarity with basic web publishing
Photography or multimedia experience is a plus
Benefits
Health insurance
Company
Hometown Publications, LLC
The Hometown Weekly Newspapers began publishing in 1997 with a goal to bring community information to every home and business in our towns.
Founded in 1996
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase