Current Job Postings
Copy Desk Editor
Dayton Daily News
Job listing can be found here: https://jobs.coxenterprises.com/en/jobs/job/r202560631-copy-editor-cox-first-media/
Cox First Media (Parent company of the Dayton Daily News, Journal-News, and Springfield News-Sun) is a dynamic media organization committed to delivering impactful journalism through our print and digital products. As part of Cox Enterprises, we are driven by our purpose to empower people today to build a better future for the next generation. We value innovation, integrity, and a collaborative spirit in all our endeavors. We are seeking a focused, adaptive, and flexible Flex Copy Editor to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about maintaining high editorial standards and enhancing the reader’s experience across multiple platforms. Key Responsibilities: Review, edit, and fact-check breaking news reports, commentary, analysis, and newsletter content. ( 40% ) Optimize content for digital audiences and various digital and print products. ( 15% ) Maintain copy and style guidelines to ensure consistency and accuracy. ( 15% ) Occasionally write short reports and contribute to headline writing. ( 10% ) Collaborate with editors, reporters, and other team members in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. ( 10% ) Provide feedback and suggestions to improve content quality. ( 10% )
Qualifications: 2+ years of experience with Bachelor's degree OR MS and up to 2 years of experience in related field Strong understanding of grammar, spelling, usage, and style, with excellent knowledge of AP style. Ability to write SEO-friendly headlines and a solid understanding of SEO best practices. Strong understanding of Google and other search engines. Understand the audience and storytelling style for different types of content: business, news, politics, sports, and entertainment. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. Results-oriented, quick thinker with a keen eye for detail. Strong user of social media platforms. Based in the Dayton region or willing to relocate - will need to be in the Dayton office for meetings once a month.
Why Join Us: At Cox First Media, we believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member can thrive. We are committed to professional growth and development, offering opportunities to learn and advance within the company. Join us in our mission to create meaningful content that informs, inspires, and connects our community. About Cox Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses – which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications – is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today!
Copy Desk Manager
Dayton Daily News
Job listing can be found at: https://jobs.coxenterprises.com/en/jobs/job/r202560613-copy-desk-manager-cox-first-media/
Cox First Media, the parent company of the Dayton Daily News, Journal-News, and Springfield News-Sun, is a media organization with print and digital products that is looking for a Copy Desk Manager to join our team. In this critical role, you will oversee the quality and accuracy of our content and how it appears in digital and print products, ensuring it aligns with our brand’s voice and editorial standards. You will collaborate closely with writers, editors, and other stakeholders to deliver compelling narratives that engage our audience and drive impactful storytelling. In addition, you will be responsible for establishing and reinforcing processes and guidelines to ensure quality and efficiency, and will be the main person responsible for managing copy desk-related vendor relationships. Overall, this is an exciting opportunity for someone who has strong skills in process and project management and logistics.
Responsibilities · Lead the copy desk team in editing, proofreading, and fact-checking digital and print content to ensure high editorial quality and adherence to style guidelines. (30%) · Develop and implement editorial policies and procedures to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the content production process. (20%) · Provide mentorship and guidance to copy desk staff, junior editors and writers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development. (15%) · Collaborate with various departments, including marketing and design, to create cohesive content strategies that align with overall business objectives. (10%) · Manage external vendors, ensuring that partnership and contract expectations are being met, and any issues are resolved in a timely manner. (10%) · Monitor industry trends and audience feedback to inform content strategy and editorial direction. (5%) · Manage editorial calendars and workflows, ensuring timely publication of content across all platforms. (10%)
Required and Preferred Qualifications Required: · 6+ years of editorial experience, with a proven track record in copyediting and content management. Could also have a Masters and 4 years of experience or 10 years with no Bachelors. · 1 year of management or leadership type experience required. · Strong understanding of journalistic standards, style guides, and digital content best practices. · Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines. Preferred: · Experience in a leadership role within an editorial team. · Experience in managing large projects and initiatives. · Familiarity with SEO best practices and digital content distribution strategies. · Background in multimedia storytelling, including video and social media. · College degree in journalism, English, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Technical Skills and
Relevant Technologies: · Proficiency with content management systems (CMS) and editorial workflow tools. · Strong command of grammar, punctuation, and AP style. · Experience with analytics tools to assess content performance and audience engagement.
Compensation: Compensation includes a base salary of $72,200.00 - $108,200.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program. Benefits: The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
Assistant News Editor
Dayton Daily News
Listing can be found at: https://jobs.coxenterprises.com/en/jobs/job/r202453669-assistant-news-editor/
The Assistant News Editor is key in driving our coverage around topics of priority and audience interest, helping to oversee the editorial operations of news teams. They’re expected to possess excellent news judgement, digital content chops, and strong management, leadership and communication skills. This person will communicate clear expectations for quality digital content that is informative and engaging for our digital audiences in a variety of products and channels. They will also have a strong understanding and analysis of digital performance metrics, and use that feedback to shape coverage around key topics. This role is also expected to help deliver content for print products. Management experience is a necessity in this role, as the editor will be tasked with coaching and helping reporters shape digital content ideas and their execution. Strong collaboration with the editorial and product teams is key, as this role will be heavily involved in planning strong digital content to engage audiences and meet deadline and budget obligations. The position is based in Dayton, Ohio .
Cox First Media has a hybrid work environment. Cox First Media includes Dayton Daily News, Journal-News and the Springfield News-Sun. While this role is focused on Dayton Daily News, this position may be asked to do work that focuses on one of the other brands in Cox First Media, depending on organizational priorities, staffing and audience needs.
Requirements Experience in digital storytelling, including experience in multiple digital story formats – lists, summaries, video, audio, graphics and data visualization Guide journalists to the creation of well-created digital content with appropriate visuals that engage our digital audience Use analytics to track performance of digital content, leveraging learnings and analysis to improve coverage and increase audience engagement Has experience or track record that demonstrates an ability to quickly acquire familiarity with the key communities, important issues, and topics of interest of our coverage areas and stakeholders Demonstrates versatility in content creation, including digital content forms, story types, and approaches to content With guidance from the Managing Editor, lead a staff to cover the most important local topics and news from our key communities Shows proficiency in reporting using records and databases, and has a clear understanding of state and federal laws relating to public records and public meetings Has full understanding of standards of libel and slander Understands and aligns the team’s work to support newsroom content and digital audience strategies, delivering content that is impactful and thorough, contributing to success of our efforts to maintain and grow subscribers Handles other assignments as needed, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 6 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 4 years’ experience; a Ph.D. and 1 year experience in a related field; or 10 years’ experience in a related field. 1+ year of experience in management or lead role Three years of experience at a news media organization (local, digital, newspaper, TV, radio, etc.) Knowledge and experience with digital publishing tools (such as a CMS, social media channels, etc.) Ability to lead longer-term projects and initiatives in content department and organization at large Familiarity with using digital engagement metrics, including leveraging learnings to inform coverage topics and digital content optimization to engage audience
Compensation: Compensation includes a base salary of $72,200.00 - $108,200.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program. Benefits: The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. About Cox Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses – which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications – is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today!
