Latino Communities Editor

Job Description

The Fresno Bee is seeking an ambitious bilingual editor who can guide our coverage of Central Valley’s Latino communities. 

Fresno County, in the heart of California’s diverse San Joaquin Valley, is a community in transition. Latinos are the largest ethnic community in the county. They have a strong presence on the Fresno City Council and set the tone for the community’s culture, economy and education needs. We are looking for an editor who can lead coverage that captures the growing political power and cultural influence of the Valley’s Latino community, as well as the challenges they confront. 

This editor will direct coverage and edit stories, report and write articles, and develop trust with residents in Fresno’s urban core and its rural communities, including those from disadvantaged communities. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, collaborative and creative about how to craft stories that serve the community’s needs and resonate with readers.

These stories will be published in the bilingual Vida en el Valle, as well as The Fresno Bee and other McClatchy publications.

This editor also will manage La Abeja, a weekly newsletter focusing on Latino communities in the Central Valley — a collaborative product among The Fresno Bee, The Modesto Bee and The Sacramento Bee. The responsibilities include working with a team of journalists across the Central Valley, gathering weekly stories, strategic planning and event planning. 

We're looking for:

• At least 3 years of journalism experience; editing experience preferred
• Strong writing and reporting skills and excellent news judgment
• Unwavering commitment to accurate, ethical journalism
• Fluency in Spanish, both written and spoken; this journalist will need to interview, write and edit in both Spanish and English
• Demonstrated ability to use social media platforms to reach and engage with audiences
• Proficiency in the science of readership and engagement, including how to use analytics to help determine which stories resonate with which audiences
• Skill in telling stories using a variety of tools and platforms, including photo and video
• Strong interpersonal skills, including empathy and the ability to take and give constructive criticism
• Aptitude in an environment that will be fast-paced, data-driven, shaped constantly by feedback and experimentation

The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $75,000 and $85,000 annually based on a 40-hour workweek. Individual base pay may vary within that range depending on job-related knowledge, department equity, skills, experience, and relevant education.

As a journalist at McClatchy, you will join a supportive, flexible, collaborative team. McClatchy strives to be an employer of choice, and our benefits package is made with this goal in mind. With a focus on health, well-being, wealth and daily life, our package options include healthcare coverage for employees and their families, financial protection from expected and unexpected expenses, multiple no-cost wellness resources and even coverage for four-legged friends. 

Our overall benefits package also includes a 401(k) with employer match, competitive paid time off and corporate holidays, and a variety of mental health benefits. With an excellent support team and with focus on your well-being as a top corporate strategy, McClatchy provides benefits to support you and your family in achieving your health and wellness goals. For more information on McClatchy's benefit plan, please visit McClatchyLivewell.com. 

To apply, include a persuasive cover letter, your resume and four to six examples of your best work.

About McClatchy: 

Our impact is growing every day. 30 growing markets. Over 65 million monthly readers. 57 Pulitzer Prizes. A strong portfolio of dynamic partnerships and smart investments. Our award-winning journalism, digital reach, and commitment to innovative growth have never been stronger. 

As a member of the McClatchy family, you are part of a flexible, empowering, and exciting culture dedicated to creating a work/life balance and consistent opportunities for growth — a place where you have a voice and the ability to impact our future. It’s an exciting time to be here. Our company is experiencing the most transformative period in its history. We’re growing rapidly in the digital space and delivering award-winning journalism in innovative ways.

Job Requirements

• At least 3 years of journalism experience; editing experience preferred
• Strong writing and reporting skills and excellent news judgment
• Fluency in Spanish, both written and spoken; this journalist will need to interview, write and edit in both Spanish and English

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