Executive Editor – Key West, FL

🌴 Live Where Others Vacation 🌊

Picture this: You're wrapping up a productive day of shaping impactful stories, and instead of sitting in traffic, you're watching the sunset from Mallory Square. Sound good? We thought so.

We're looking for a hands-on Executive Editor who's ready to lead our newsroom in paradise. If you're the kind of journalist who believes great storytelling can happen anywhere – especially in flip-flops – keep reading.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll be the creative force behind all our content, with a laser focus on growing our digital audience while keeping our print subscribers happy. Think of yourself as the conductor of a news orchestra – keeping everyone in harmony while experimenting with new sounds.

Your main gig includes:

• Leading the shift from "print-first" to "digital-first" (without leaving our loyal print readers behind)
• Using data and analytics to make smart decisions – not just gut feelings
• Coaching your team to understand SEO, social media strategy, and how to write headlines people actually click
• Finding the untold stories in our community – especially the voices that don't always get heard
• Championing investigative work that actually makes a difference (yes, it is still important!)
• Staying ahead of the curve on new platforms and industry trends – we want someone who gets excited about what's next
• Playing nice with other departments and swapping ideas with editors at our sister sites

What We're Looking For

The Must-Haves:

• At least 3 years leading a news team (you know how to inspire and manage, not just assign stories)
• Killer writing and communication skills – you can explain complex stuff simply
• Comfort with digital analytics (Google Analytics is our jam, but we will train you if needed)
• A track record of results – show us what you have accomplished, not just what you've done
• People skills – you can earn respect from interns and publishers alike
• Love of community engagement – both IRL and online (you're comfortable being the face of our newsroom)
• Bachelor's degree (extra points for continuing education in digital media, analytics, or leadership)

Why Key West?

Let's be real: Key West isn't just another place to work. It's a lifestyle. Crystal-clear water, year-round sunshine, a tight-knit community that feels like family, and enough quirky characters to fill a hundred Sunday features. You'll trade your commute for a bike ride past chickens and historic architecture. You'll cover stories about everything from environmental conservation to the arts scene to local politics – and it's never boring.

This is perfect for someone who's ready to level up their career while leveling up their quality of life. Work hard, live easy – that's the Key West way.

The Perks

• Medical insurance (you pick from two plans)
• Dental and vision options available
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage (we've got your back)
• Life insurance
• Six paid holidays (including the important ones!)
• PTO that grows with your tenure

Benefits are effective the 1^st of the month following Start Date. 

Ready to Apply?

Send your resume and a cover letter that tells us why you're the right fit for this island gig. We want to hear about your wins, your vision for journalism, and honestly? We'd love to know what excites you about calling Key West home.

Email everything to: ksmith@keysnews.com

The Fine Print:

This is an at-will position – either party can part ways at any time, with or without cause. 

Adams MultiMedia provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Adams MultiMedia maintains a drug-free workplace.

🌺 Join us in paradise. Your newsroom with a view awaits. 🌺