Multiplatform Editor

Overview

The Boston Globe multiplatform editor is a versatile journalist who specializes in the production of print and digital publishing. The editor is a key contributor in the daily editing process including copy editing and the design of print pages. The editor will work on a diverse array of stories and sections and will be responsible for aspects of print production including;

story selection, headline writing and editing, copy editing, photo selections and page layout and design.

• The last line of defense for stories, the final marker before a piece is published online or slotted for the paper
• Superior editor for copy, grammar, style, and ethical considerations.
• Excel at headline writing, photo selection, page design and application of basic metadata to a story
• Able to independently prioritize tasks, knowing when to pivot for breaking news and when to clear out time to dig in on an enterprise project.
• Be detail-oriented, solution-oriented, and think on your feet
• Evaluate stories and space for visual and presentation possibilities
• Willing to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, or holidays.
• Understand how all these pieces fit together to represent The Boston Globe each and every day.
• Works collaboratively and understands how to work as part of a tight-knit unit that publishes the Globe’s stories day and night.
• Excellent multitasker, able to handle multiple stories about a wide variety of topics each day under deadline pressure
• Enhance stories through graphics, maps, data visualization, and other creative forms of storytelling.
• Build assigned print presentations for a variety of newsroom daily and weekly sections
• Adheres to, and is accountable for, all aspects of approved editorial and production standards.
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment
• Create visually engaging digital assets for articles, features, and special projects across web, mobile, and social platforms.
• Collaborate with editors, reporters, developers, and art directors to translate stories into cohesive visual experiences.
• Design layouts, typography, and graphics that align with the brand’s visual identity and enhance storytelling.
• Adapt print or static designs into interactive or motion-based formats when needed.
• Ensure designs are optimized for performance, accessibility, and responsiveness across devices.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

• At least five years of experience as a journalist on a production, copy desk or design desk
• A bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field, plus daily newspaper design experience, is preferred.
• Comfort working individually as well as on multiple teams on deadline and ability to balance short-term and long-term projects
• Excellent copy editing skills
• Superior print page design and layout skills
• Desire to learn new skills and adapt quickly to newsroom needs
• Superior communications skills
• Keen instincts for newspaper writing, visual communication and storytelling
• Being able to meet deadlines and prioritize work effectively
• Design experience with a good command of typography, illustration and web publishing
• Able to concisely summarize news in headlines and decks
• Facility with using and learning new content management systems
• Skilled at multitasking and juggling multiple, fast-moving storylines at once
• Comfort working with infographics
• Experience applying tags, taxonomies, and other basic story metadata
• A team player who thrives working in a group setting
• Experience or willingness to learn the Methodé (CMS), Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Deadlines are strictly adhered to and efficient page production is a must.
• A willingness to adapt and be audience focused, with a curious mindset and a commitment to creating an inclusive work environment
• Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and responsive design principles, with the ability to collaborate closely with developers and translate visual concepts into functional, accessible digital experiences.
• Experience using data visualization tools such as Data wrapper, Flourish, or similar platforms to create clear, engaging, and brand-aligned visual graphics.
• Solid grasp of UX and interaction design, with…