Editor-in-Chief

Postmedia Solutions

. Execute the strategic editorial vision, tone and standards for the Nova Scotia publications, supporting audience growth .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaLead💰 CA$102,000 - CA$122,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong editorial leadership and decision-making capabilities, with expertise in SEO and audience analytics to drive engagement and growth in digital content. Proven ability to manage teams, develop staff, and maintain high editorial standards across multiple publications.

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Editorial LeadershipSEO ExpertiseAudience AnalyticsNewsroom Decision-MakingPeople Management

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Hard Skills

Editorial JudgmentDigital Content OptimizationNewsletter ManagementStory TreatmentCoverage Prioritization

Soft Skills

Change ManagementTeam EmpowermentCollaboration

Industry Keywords

JournalismAudience GrowthEngagementLabour RelationsPerformance Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute the strategic editorial vision, tone and standards for the Nova Scotia publications, supporting audience growth
Guide and empower a talented group of employees driving engagement within a mission-driven organization
Oversee all editorial teams across Nova Scotia, including the Chronicle Herald, Cape Breton Post, community titles in rural Nova Scotia, and a politics bureau supplying coverage to all publications
Set and maintain high editorial standards, making key decisions on coverage, story treatment and newsroom priorities
Work closely with other regional editors on regional coverage, shared resources and editorial strategy
Work with colleagues across the Postmedia Network to build a prosperous future for families and communities through journalism
Develop staff, build newsroom capability and create opportunities for strong performers to grow
Manage staffing, performance, labour relations and other people-leadership responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum five years of experience as an editor, assignment editor, or another senior newsroom leadership role
A demonstrated record of strong editorial judgment, newsroom leadership and decision-making
Comfortable leading people through change and working effectively with other leaders
Expertise in SEO, audience analytics, and optimization for digital content
Experience publishing and managing newsletters and understanding their role in loyalty, retention and conversion