The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Western Pennsylvania’s largest newspaper, is looking for a digital news producer and editor to join its talented team of journalists.

This editor will play a critical role in the PG’s digital news strategy and enhance our online content and presence to boost audience growth and engagement on all platforms. 

We are looking for a self-starter who will be responsible for writing and/or curating breaking news and trending stories, packaging content with various photos and multimedia, and posting to the website. The editor will also help manage the homepage and multiple landing pages.

This is a full-time position.

Candidates should:

• Have at least 2 years of digital news experience, including strong headline writing and editing skills, as well as solid news judgment.
• Be able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven work environment and follow multiple stories at one time.
• Possess strong reporting, editing and multimedia skills. The desired candidate will be expected to occasionally write and/or curate breaking news and trending news stories. 
• Be able to collaborate with photo editors, graphic designers and desk editors to craft the best online presentations in a timely manner. 
• Possess a solid understanding of SEO best practices.
• Be proficient on main social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
• Feel comfortable working with a range of innovative digital tools.
• Be familiar with the Associated Press Stylebook.

Other Things to Know:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• We encourage everyone to apply who shares our passion for indispensable journalism and our drive to create a sustainable business model to support it.
• As an equal opportunity employer, the Post-Gazette is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, and we encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply, including women, people of color, LGBTQ people, and people with special needs.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism.
• At least 2 years of experience, preferably on digital platforms.
• Knowledge of social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Display exceptional work ethic, time management, and organization skills.

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be given equal consideration regardless of their race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, non-job related physical or mental disability or sexual/affectional orientation. Also, we will not hire individuals that use nicotine products, and will conduct a pre-employment screen to test for the use of nicotine products.

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism.
• At least 2 years of experience, preferably on digital platforms.
• Knowledge of social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Display exceptional work ethic, time management, and organization skills.