Government Executive Media Group LLC
Executive Editor, News Service Florida
Government Executive Media Group LLC, Tallahassee, Florida, us, 32318
The Role
The News Service of Florida is seeking an Executive Editor responsible for managing a team of reporters and broadcast journalists and 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.
About News Service of Florida The News Service of Florida, a platform of GovExec, is the state's most comprehensive and in‑depth source of political and policy news. We have the largest capitol news bureau in the state. Our subscribers depend on us for timely, unbiased, and detailed coverage of state government, including legislative and budgetary issues, the courts, the Florida economy and much more. News Service of Florida subscribers include Florida legislative and political leadership, media outlets, lobbyists, corporations, associations, non‑profits and law offices of every size.
Key Responsibilities
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
Qualifications
8+ years in journalism, with at least 3 years in an editorial leadership role.
Deep understanding of Florida's legislative process, state agencies and political landscape.
Proven ability to manage a high‑volume newsroom under strict deadlines.
About GovExec GovExec'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 GovExec 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. Our strategic sales enablement and intent‑based marketing solutions accelerate revenue growth to between the market success. The platform is powered by the largest and most sophisticated database in the public sector, GovExec's platform reaches 3.3 million government influencers each month and provides its marketing clients with a significant competitive advantage in driving higher conversion and growth.
Working at GovExec At GovExec, we believe that a new era of work -- particularly when, where, and how it gets done -- has arrived. We are building a hybrid workplace that allows for greater freedom and flexibility while also fostering a collaborative culture, no matter where you are working. GovExec offers permanent remote work in 20+ states across the US, as well as the option to work out of one of our offices based in Washington DC, New York or Connecticut. GovExec also offers a range of great benefits including:
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
Commitment to Shared Values GovExec recruits talent for four salient attributes or qualities:
Soul of Entrepreneurship
Culture of Inclusion
Force of Ideas
Spirit of Generosity
The compensation range for this role is $90,000 to $100,000 per year.
Government Executive Media Group, Inc. Thames affiliates ("GovExec") 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 sonar† any other status protected by applicable law.
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About News Service of Florida The News Service of Florida, a platform of GovExec, is the state's most comprehensive and in‑depth source of political and policy news. We have the largest capitol news bureau in the state. Our subscribers depend on us for timely, unbiased, and detailed coverage of state government, including legislative and budgetary issues, the courts, the Florida economy and much more. News Service of Florida subscribers include Florida legislative and political leadership, media outlets, lobbyists, corporations, associations, non‑profits and law offices of every size.
Key Responsibilities
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
Qualifications
8+ years in journalism, with at least 3 years in an editorial leadership role.
Deep understanding of Florida's legislative process, state agencies and political landscape.
Proven ability to manage a high‑volume newsroom under strict deadlines.
About GovExec GovExec'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 GovExec 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. Our strategic sales enablement and intent‑based marketing solutions accelerate revenue growth to between the market success. The platform is powered by the largest and most sophisticated database in the public sector, GovExec's platform reaches 3.3 million government influencers each month and provides its marketing clients with a significant competitive advantage in driving higher conversion and growth.
Working at GovExec At GovExec, we believe that a new era of work -- particularly when, where, and how it gets done -- has arrived. We are building a hybrid workplace that allows for greater freedom and flexibility while also fostering a collaborative culture, no matter where you are working. GovExec offers permanent remote work in 20+ states across the US, as well as the option to work out of one of our offices based in Washington DC, New York or Connecticut. GovExec also offers a range of great benefits including:
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
Commitment to Shared Values GovExec recruits talent for four salient attributes or qualities:
Soul of Entrepreneurship
Culture of Inclusion
Force of Ideas
Spirit of Generosity
The compensation range for this role is $90,000 to $100,000 per year.
Government Executive Media Group, Inc. Thames affiliates ("GovExec") 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 sonar† any other status protected by applicable law.
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