Assistant News Editor, Print Production

Baltimore Sun

Baltimore, MD

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$55,000–$65,000 Per Year
SKILLS
AP Stylebook, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Design Services, Editing, Headline Writing, Journalism, Newsroom, Printing, Reporting Skills, Time Management
LOCATION
Baltimore, MD
POSTED
1 day ago

The organization is seeking an Assistant News Editor to support its eHub team in curating daily print editions and expanding online eNewspaper products.

Ideal candidates are early in their journalism careers, have strong news judgment, thrive under deadline, and are eager to grow across print, digital, and eNewspaper platforms.

Responsibilities include:

  • Designing reader-focused layouts for various sections, emphasizing important stories
  • Collaborating with editors and reporters on daily coverage
  • Managing the visual presentation of print and digital editions for consistency
  • Working efficiently under tight deadlines, making real-time adjustments
  • Writing headlines, refining display type, catching errors, and improving readability
  • Using industry tools like Adobe Creative Suite and AI-driven editorial systems

  • Requirements:
  • Strong news judgment and some newsroom design experience
  • Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator is helpful
  • Ability to learn new systems quickly and work under deadline with changing priorities
  • Sharp editing and headline skills, understanding of AP style and print workflows
  • Collaborative mindset, flexibility to work nights and weekends

  • Salary range: $55,000 - $65,000, based on experience and other factors.

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