News Desk Manager

Can You Spot a Viral Headline Before It’s Written?

ice is looking for a sharp, driven News Desk Shift Manager to lead our news operations. If you know what needs to go live now and what can wait, you are exactly who we are looking for.

The Role:

• Lead the Charge: Manage a team of editors and reporters during high-pressure shifts.
• Set the Agenda: Decide what we cover, how we package it, and when to make it viral.
• Real-Time Decisions: You decide what gets the main headline and what stays in the background to maximize traffic.
• Hands-On Editing: Manage the homepage, sharpen headlines, and send push notifications.
• Data-Driven: Analyze traffic data, identify viral trends, and boost organic growth.
• Work directly with the Editor-in-Chief.

Requirements:

• Experience: Proven experience in content/shift management at a news outlet – Must.
• Leadership: Ability to lead a team under pressure, multitask, and make fast decisions.
• Sharp Pen: A pro at crafting click-worthy headlines and understanding user psychology.
• Creativity: Out-of-the-box thinking with a keen eye for cultural and digital trends.
• Passion: You live and breathe news and thrive in a fast-paced environment.