VP Executive Editor, TT

Job Description

Job Description

The VP Executive Editor of Transport Topics oversees all editorial operations of the newspaper and serves as a leading voice for coverage of the trucking industry. This position is responsible for providing strategic leadership to the editorial team, ensuring the production of high-quality content, and driving the overall editorial direction of the publication. The VP Executive Editor plays a critical role in shaping the publication's editorial voice, fostering impactful journalism, maintaining editorial integrity, and ensuring that Transport Topics remains a trusted source of news and information for the trucking and transportation industry.

The incumbent is expected to adhere to company policy and procedures, promote and foster a team-based work environment. They will demonstrate flexible and efficient time management and have the ability to manage and prioritize workload. They will have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive and professional disposition. They must consistently report to work on time prepared to perform duties of the position.

Core Functions:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the editorial team and oversee the planning, development, and execution of editorial content.
• Collaborate with reporters, editors, and freelance contributors to generate compelling story ideas and coverage opportunities.
• Ensure the production of accurate, engaging, and timely news articles, features, and special reports and uphold ethical journalism standards and ensure compliance with legal and industry-specific guidelines.
• Maintain the publication's editorial standards, style, and integrity and develop and implement editorial policies and guidelines.
• Monitor industry trends and developments to inform editorial decisions and coverage priorities and stay current on emerging issues, trends, and news affecting the trucking and transportation industries.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, industry experts, and contributors and collaborate with executive leadership to align editorial strategies with organizational goals.
• Oversee resource allocation and manage the editorial budget.
• Mentor, coach, and develop editorial staff members.

Background Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 12 years of progressive editorial experience in a newspaper, media organization, or related publication.
• Proven experience serving as an Executive Editor, Managing Editor, or in a comparable leadership role.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the trucking and transportation industry.

Skill Requirements:

• Exceptional editorial judgment and the ability to identify impactful stories and meaningful coverage opportunities.
• Strong leadership, management, and team-development skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of journalistic ethics, standards, and best practices.
• Familiarity with AP Style and other industry-standard editorial guidelines.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet demanding deadlines.
• Strong analytical, strategic-thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with digital publishing platforms and content management systems.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and evolving news environments.

ADA QUALIFICATIONS:

Work is sedentary and generally performed in an office environment. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Statements included in this job description do not necessarily represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise the job as circumstances change.

Why Join the ATA?

This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role within the nation's premier trade association representing the trucking industry. As Controller, you will help guide the financial operations of a dynamic organization while partnering with senior leadership to support ATA's mission and long-term strategic goals.

ATA is the voice of the industry America depends on most to move our nation's freight. We are a 90-year-old federation with state trucking association affiliates in all 50 states. We represent every sector of the industry, from LTL to truckload, agriculture and livestock to auto haulers, and from large motor carriers to small family-owned operations.

ATA offers:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible hybrid work schedule
• Education assistance
• Various retirement plans with employer match
• Medical, dental & vision benefits at affordable cost
• HSA/HRA plans with employer contributions
• Medical and Dependent Care FSA plan(s)
• Professional development opportunities

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Please no third-party, agency responses, re-postings, calls or walk-ins. Relocation assistance is not provided.

American Trucking Associations is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or other protected veteran status.