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C-VILLE Weekly, Charlottesville's News & Arts Weekly, has been the alternative voice of the community since 1989. Well known for its leading journalistic and creative sensibility, C-VILLE is enjoying its 20th year of strong revenue and circulation growth.

Located directly on the historic pedestrian mall in downtown Charlottesville, the heart of the city, ours is a professional work environment that is energetic, passionate, dedicated, and fun [check out our photo gallery and see for yourself]. C-VILLE offers excellent benefits including health care, dental, simple IRA, gym reimbursement and parking.

C-VILLE is always on the look out for creative, intelligent, and outgoing individuals to join our team. We might not have an opening for you currently, but if you feel you have something to offer, go ahead and send a letter and/or resume: email: frank@c-ville.com; snail-mail: C-VILLE Weekly, 308 E. Main St., Charlottesville, VA 22902.

C-VILLE Weekly seeks a News Editor to join our team

Position Summary:

The News Editor manages content and production of C-VILLE news sections, including but not limited to Development, UVA & Government, as well as This Just In headline news blog, Odd Dominion and opinion pieces. This includes writing shorter news stories and cover pieces. Also includes thorough collaboration with Art Director.

Reports To: Editor in Chief

Supervises: Unspecified number of freelancers and interns; possibly staff writer

Essential Functions:
• Recruit & train freelance news writers and news interns
• Manage news budget
• Keep abreast of local news in all local media
• Keep abreast of trends and leading players in all areas of news coverage
• Develop and maintain ongoing list of story ideas
• Manage breaking news coverage both online and in print
• Connect with public and important local constituencies
• Manage weekly deadlines
• Produce weekly news articles and regular cover stories
• Lead by example and be ready to work before 9 a.m.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Previous News Writing Experience, preferably on a newspaper staff
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Proficient in basic programs: Word, email, InCopy
• Strong communication skills: oral and written
• Ability to excel in a smart, fast paced, work environment
• Must relish the written word
• Must think global, write local

Submit your resume to: editor@c-ville.com
 

Amidst the rolling hills of the Blue Ridge, Charlottesville is home to Thomas Jefferson's Monticello and the University of Virginia. Consistently ranked amongst the nation's top places to live, Charlottesville was named the #1 place to live by Fodor's in 2006. Why? Smart people, great outdoor scene, excellent restaurants, moderate climate ... all good things!

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