Executive Editor, News Service Florida

Executive Editor, News Service Florida
Gov Exec

Overview:
The News Service of Florida is seeking an Executive Editor responsible for managinglais reporters and broadcast journalists and for ensuring our wire service remains the independent and indispensable source for Florida policy and political news. During the legislative session, the Executive Editor ensures our paid subscribers receive timely, accurate, and deeply sourced updates from the Capitol.

• Set the daily and weekly news agenda, prioritizing stories that provide the most value to our specialized subscriber base
• Top‑edit all copy for accuracy, tone, and legal risk, ensuring every story is “wire‑ready” for our syndication partners
• Lead and recruit a talented team of reporters
• Oversee the workflow of the 60‑day legislative session, managing gavel‑to‑gavel coverage and budget‑related news
• Act as a liaison for key stakeholders, ensuring our coverage meets the professional needs of our paid subscribers
• Moderate and emcee events as needed

• 8+ years in journalism, with at least 3 years in an editorial leadership role.
• Deep understanding of Florida’s legislative process,Sports agencies, and political landscape.
• Proven ability to manage a high‑volume newsroom under strict deadlines.

Gov Exec’s data and insights set the standard for depth, accuracy, and impact for government leaders and contractors. As the market‑leading information and intent‑based marketing platform, for over fifty years Gov Exec has empowered the government ecosystem to engage and support government leaders as they work to achieve their missions across federal, defense, and state and local agencies.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Open time off policy
• Twelve weeks paid parental leave
• Supportive, collaborative teams
• Unique opportunity to help government officials from a private sector company
• Expansive learning and development opportunities

Salary range for this role is $90,000 to $100,000 per year.

Government Executive Media Group, Inc. and its affiliates (“Gov Exec”) are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate against our applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.