Digital Editor (Editorial)

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

The Globe and Mail is a national icon and one of Canada’s most recognized media brands. We proudly serve as a trusted destination for Canadians seeking the highest caliber of journalism, and we’ve garnered international acclaim for our data visualization, design, and creative storytelling.

We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity by reflecting all Canadians in both the stories that we tell and the composition of our workforce. We are proud partners with organizations like Indigenous Works, Pride at Work, the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and we are a signatory of the BlackNorth Initiative. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, we offer flexible work arrangements and support programs. We also invest in our employees’ growth through training and mentorship opportunities, enabling you to expand your skills and embrace new challenges.

No matter your position at The Globe, you’ll be an integral part of an organization dedicated to making a positive difference in Canada. Join us.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Globe and Mail is hiring two full-time digital editors to join our newsroom. As Canada’s leading news organization, we are constantly evolving how we tell stories and connect with audiences across our digital platforms. In a crowded and chaotic news environment, we have to work harder than ever to deliver coverage that is both essential and engaging to Canadians. 

We are looking for curious editors with solid news judgement to run our homepages, edit and publish stories, write mobile alerts, curate newsletters, and grow their aspirations alongside ours. 

Ideal candidates are avid news consumers who read/watch/listen widely and deeply. Digital editors are adaptable and collaborative, with a knack for identifying the nuggets of a story that make great headlines. In this role, you will work with editors and reporters from across the newsroom in creating a rich digital news experience on our app and mobile platforms. Your decisions will be guided by expertise and instinct, as well as a deep familiarity with the stories and topics that resonate with Globe subscribers. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Ensuring we are fast and best on breaking news stories and the stories that matter most to subscribers 
• Choosing stories and visuals that will appear at the top of our app and website homepages 
• Copy editing and publishing a range of staff and wire stories, from news and business to longform features 
• Writing SEO-friendly, engaging headlines, decks, captions and other display copy 
• Publishing stories with a visual eye for the best photos, graphics and videos to showcase our journalism 
• Writing mobile push alerts and curating newsletters 
• Using audience analytics to spot opportunities and inform decisions 
• Suggesting stories we should be covering  
• Looking for ways to experiment with how and when we reach audiences 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• At least three years experience working in digital media 
• Solid news judgment 
• Strong headline writing and story editing skills 
• Familiarity with what makes a rich digital storytelling experience 
• Clear communicator and excellent multitasker 
• Avid news consumer 
• Ability to work shifts that include early mornings, nights or weekends 
• Comfortable working in digital content management systems, content planning tools, and other platforms 
• Business journalism experience is an asset 

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where every day is an opportunity to learn or try something new, this role is for you.  

The Globe offers a hybrid work environment. This position requires working variable shifts, including early mornings, nights or weekends. It is based in our Toronto office and you are required to work in-office a minimum of two days a week.  

APPLICATION: Please include a cover letter with your resume (that is written by you, not AI). Our promise to readers is that the best work comes from our own (human) curiosity and creativity – we’d like to see yours. 

SALARY: This position is classified as a Content Editor in Group C of the Editorial Collective Agreement. 

WHY CHOOSE THE GLOBE:

The Globe’s mission is to deliver essential content – news, information, analysis and insights – for aspiring individuals and strong communities. The Globe is committed to providing a respectful and inclusive workplace that upholds our values of integrity, collaboration, innovation and accountability.

As Canada’s most respected media brand, The Globe is dedicated to making a difference to Canada and you can make a difference by working with us.

WE OFFER:

• Competitive compensation to ensure we hire, retain and reward team members
• Hybrid work environment that promotes work-life balance
• Generous vacation and flexible work arrangements
• Parental leave top-up
• Competitive health and dental benefits
• Defined Benefit pension plan
• Annual wellness subsidy
• On-site chiropractor and registered massage therapist
• Employee and family assistance program
• Free digital subscription to globeandmail.com and 40% off other Globe products
• Education assistance for external training courses
  

SUPPORTING YOUR GROWTH:  

• We are committed to creating equitable opportunities for all employees, to enable everyone to reach their full potential. This commitment is embedded in our strategic plan and core values.
• There are lateral and upward advancement opportunities for rewarding and developing careers.
• We believe in mentorship and collaborative peer-to-peer learning and have both formal and informal programs in place to encourage knowledge-sharing.
• We support continuing education and provide both internal and external opportunities for training and development.

AI DISCLOSURE: No artificial intelligence tools are used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. We ask candidates to engage authentically in interviews; AI may support preparation but should not be used during interviews or replace your own responses.

THE GLOBE AND MAIL IS DEDICATED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN THE WORKPLACE 

The Globe and Mail is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We believe this strengthens our business and our journalism. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all groups, regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, age, and physical ability. As required by the Federal Contractors Program, The Globe also tracks the proportion of staff in the four Employment Equity categories (Women, Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, and Members of Visible Minorities) to ensure we are reflecting the areas in which we work.          

The Globe and Mail offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview, please advise us if you require an accommodation.