WHYY · 6 hours ago
Editor, Billy Penn
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expWHYY is seeking a new editor for Billy Penn, a local news vertical dedicated to informing and engaging Philadelphians. The editor will manage the editorial team, oversee content across various platforms, and develop strategies for community engagement and revenue generation.
Broadcasting
Responsibilities
Manage and edit Billy Penn’s reporting staff. Develop Billy Penn content across platforms such as written and radio reporting, social media, photography, video, newsletters etc
Direct the deputy editor, which includes the assigning and editing of stories and digital content
Create and manage Billy Penn’s social media and newsletters strategies
Skilled at developing a news brand’s voice on digital platforms that inspires and delights, including experience covering major metro areas like Philadelphia
Has a command for SEO and developing voice in all forms of content, including headline writing, editing and writing
Develop annual metrics with input from WHYY executives to measure Billy Penn’s success and implement successful strategies that aim to meet or exceed them. This includes embracing change as new technologies and algorithms disrupt the digital news marketplace
Parlay WHYY newsroom systems to coordinate and communicate with other WHYY editors and producers to present information to audiences in a timely and effective manner. Attend regular news and staff meetings and present at meetings or trainings as needed
Work with interdepartmental teams to increase revenue via membership, grants, donors and supporters
Experience working with digital platforms, website content management systems, social media platforms and digital marketing
Work with WHYY’s revenue departments to assist with revenue generation strategies for Billy Penn
Foster and steward new and existing donor relationships and supporters
Manage assigned budgets and provide budget updates that work toward meeting grant deliverables and company KPIs
Collaborate with WHYY News editors and staff on a daily basis to ensure Billy Penn’s content streams are distinctive. Maintain open communication with editors across the newsroom as news and assignments develop. Work on department-wide initiatives, trainings and/or content as applicable or as assigned
Possess a testing mindset and be open to change and innovation. Lead the charge for new pathways to expand Billy Penn content as opportunities themselves
Lead, develop or assign the production of Billy Penn’s community events
Manage Billy Penn freelancers
Advanced knowledge of the Associated Press Style
Identify and recruit qualified journalists for full-time, freelance and intern positions
Participate in the WHYY News’ program of internal professional development, including attending and leading staff seminars
Develop staff professional development tracks
Take part in interdepartmental and organization-wide meetings
Available to work nights and weekends per the news cycle. Support fill-in editing of other staff as departmental needs arise such as to cover for vacations or major/breaking news demands
Maintain a regular and predictable attendance
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in journalism or communications, or relevant experience
A minimum of five (5) years' experience as lead editor or producer of a news initiative in a metropolitan newsroom or experience managing staff, strategy and operations
At least two years' experience in producing multimedia products for distribution on the Web
Experience with budget management, strategic planning, and civic engagement is preferred for the editor/director role
Understanding of multiple journalism platforms – broadcast, web, digital, social media, visual – and how content must be prepared for various distribution modes
Applied experience with broadcast, audio and digital tools
Digital journalism writing and editing experience
Reporting experience
A command for search engine optimization
Experience working with digital platforms, website content management systems, social media platforms and digital marketing
Advanced knowledge of the Associated Press Style
Preferred
Experience with budget management, strategic planning, and civic engagement is preferred for the editor/director role
Audio and video editing skills are a plus
Company
WHYY
WHYY is a public media provider that produces local and national public television, radio, and online programming.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.03M2023-06-01Grant· $0.03M
Leadership Team
Bill Marrazzo
President & Chief Executive Officer
Arthur Ellis
Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer
Recent News
2025-12-01
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