Senior Manager, Custom Content

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Role Overview

Reporting to the Senior Director of our Custom Content Studio, the Senior Manager will serve as a managing editor and assigning editor , leading the editorial development and production of content for The Dallas Morning News and its brand extensions.

This is a hands-on editorial role for an experienced editor who knows how to identify strong story ideas, assign and develop stories with writers, work with subject-matter experts, and edit stories from pitch through publication.

The majority of this role will focus on FWD>DFW , the social responsibility platform created in partnership with The Dallas Morning News, as well as other TDMN brand extensions including Abode and Timeless in Texas , special editorial and advertising sections, and sponsored content on dallasnews.com.

The Senior Manager will help shape the editorial direction of these programs, maintain editorial calendars, assign stories, manage deadlines, and ensure every piece meets a high editorial standard for accuracy, clarity, voice, and storytelling.

This is not primarily a campaign management, social media, or content strategy role . We are looking for an editor who enjoys the work of developing and assigning stories, working directly with writers, and shaping finished editorial content.

What You’ll Do

Lead Editorial Planning & Assignments

• Serve as the primary assigning editor for FWD>DFW and provide editorial support across other Dallas Morning News brand extensions and custom content programs.
• Develop and maintain editorial calendars, balancing planned features, timely opportunities, and ongoing content needs.
• Generate, evaluate, and refine story ideas based on audience interests, client objectives, editorial priorities, and subject-matter expertise.
• Assign stories to staff and freelance writers and provide clear direction, expectations, and deadlines.
• Work with writers throughout the reporting and writing process to develop strong, substantive stories.

Edit & Shape Stories

• Edit stories for substance, accuracy, clarity, structure, voice, grammar, and style .
• Work closely with writers to strengthen reporting, organization, storytelling, and overall impact.
• Ensure content is appropriate for the intended audience, brand, and platform.
• Proofread and fact-check content before publication.
• Manage stories from assignment through final approval and publication.

Build Sources & Subject-Matter Expertise

• Cultivate relationships with subject-matter experts, community leaders, organizations, and other sources who can contribute expertise and perspective.
• Identify new voices and potential contributors who can strengthen the editorial quality and diversity of our coverage.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to develop credible, compelling stories.

Support Print & Digital Production

• Produce content across both print and digital platforms , with a significant focus on longer-form editorial storytelling.
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Benefits

We support our employees through personal and professional development and promote physical, financial and emotional wellbeing for employees and their families. Our benefits include:

• Physical Wellbeing: Medical, dental and vision coverage to help keep you and your family healthy.
• Invest for the Future: Competitive retirement plan with a matching program in most markets.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Ample time off, including holidays and vacation.
• Paid Parental Leave: Paid leave to support growing families and new parents.
• Monthly Child & Dependent Care Reimbursement: Financial support for the care of your loved ones.
• Emotional Wellbeing: Mental wellness benefits to support your emotional wellbeing.
• LGBTQ+ & Inclusive Health Services: Inclusive healthcare designed for individual needs.
• Fertility Coverage & Menopause Support: Support throughout different stages of your health and family journey.
• Pet Wellness Reimbursement & Rover Credits: Support to help keep your pets happy and healthy.
• And more: Learn more about additional benefits and details here .

Join Our Team

If you’re an experienced editor who loves finding great stories, working with writers, and shaping compelling editorial content , we’d love to hear from you. Join The Dallas Morning News and become part of a team that values great journalism, collaboration, creativity, and meaningful storytelling.

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Compensation

The base salary range below is the Company's good-faith estimate for this position in the posted work location at the time of posting. Final starting salary will be based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, training, certifications, education, location and market considerations.

Base Salary Range

$80,000 — $100,000 USD