Managing Editor - News, MSNBC Digital

Job Summary: MSNBC Digital is hiring an experienced Managing Editor to help lead the next phase of our news and politics coverage. This senior editorial leader will shape and execute our strategy for breaking news, political reporting and enterprise journalism. The ideal candidate will be adept at driving sharp, engaging coverage, coordinating teams, and using resources efficiently to publish distinctive, thought-provoking journalism. They will be a decisive, collaborative leader with a proven ability to manage fast-paced newsrooms, inspire high-performing teams, and produce innovative, high-impact stories. Reporting to the Senior Executive Editor and working closely with MSNBC leadership, the Managing Editor will play a key role in defining the long-term vision for MSNBC.com and expanding our audience through compelling original journalism. This role is based in New York. Key Responsibilities: Plan and implement a digital breaking news, politics and enterprise coverage strategy on a daily and longer-term basis for MSNBC.com Partner with the Senior Executive Editor to act as a secondary decision-maker for MSNBC Digital on an as-needed basis, reinforcing editorial guidance to stakeholders across the site and standing ready to make unplanned editorial decisions Coordinate with the D.C. bureau to publish political reporting from MSNBC’s Washington correspondents and reporters Work with the senior enterprise team to publish feature and investigative reporting that sparks conversations and provokes debate Work with the breaking news and live blog teams to keep the site up to date on top headlines, and keep track of daily and weekly event coverage plans Provide guidance and support to senior editors, providing opportunities for training and career development and fostering collaboration Collaborate with MSNBC show teams to promote digital work and make ensure seamless digital and linear cross-promotion Contribute to a positive newsroom culture of diversity, inclusion, and transparency and integrity