Role Overview
Bethesda is hiring a staff-level Today Editor (Full-time, Hybrid). This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Bethesda. posted 3 weeks ago. The posted range is $75k to $100k. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Description
Summary
The Editor is responsible for conception, planning and managing content for the Bethesda Today news site and corresponding email newsletters. Bethesda Today is looking for a versatile and talented Editor who adheres to the highest journalistic standards and is passionate about local news. Bethesda Today is owned by Today Media, a leading publisher of regional lifestyle magazines, business publications, and websites across multiple markets.
Essential Job Functions:
- Manage the editorial staff
- Develop, assign, and edit stories
- Engage with sources and monitor social media to stay up to date on news and trends in the community
- Collaborate with Publisher to conceive, plan, and participate in events
- Represent the organization at events and in membership campaigns
- Employ digital reader data and news judgment to inform editorial decisions
- Conceive and execute new editorial ideas and products
- Ensure that the news site maintains the highest editorial and ethical standards
In addition to the essential functions listed above, employees are expected to exemplify honesty, integrity, and respect in all interactions. They are responsible for promoting a professional and collaborative work environment through effective communication with colleagues and the community. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, reliability, and punctuality are essential, along with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members to support individual and organizational success.
Requirements
- At least 10 years of experience as a multi-media editor in a breaking news environment
- Excellent writing and editing skills, news judgment, and audience sensibility
- Experience and expertise presenting news stories using written word, video, and social media
- Proven track record of innovation
- Strong record recruiting and nurturing talent
- Live in the Washington, D.C. area (preferably in Montgomery County, Maryland), and have a strong commitment to local journalism and to serving the community
- Organized, deadline-oriented and scrupulous attention to detail
Salary range is $75,000-$100,000. Benefits include PTO, 401K, medical, dental, vision, life, and HSA/FSA.
Send your resume and a cover letter about why you’re a great fit for this opportunity.
ABOUT TODAY MEDIA
Today Media is a multiplatform regional communications company. With print, digital and event channels, Today Media delivers content readers always look forward to. Today Media publications include Main Line Today, serving Pennsylvania’s Main Line and the western suburbs of Philadelphia; Delaware Today, serving the entire state of Delaware and the Eastern Shore; Hudson Valley Magazine, serving the seven counties that border the Hudson River; Westchester Magazine, serving the affluent suburbs of New York City; Delaware Business Times, serving the business communities throughout the entire state of Delaware; and Bethesda Magazine and Bethesda Today, serving Maryland’s Montgomery County.
Today Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all federal and state anti-discrimination laws.
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Is the Today Editor (Full-time, Hybrid) role at Bethesda remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role based in Bethesda. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.
How much does the Today Editor (Full-time, Hybrid) role at Bethesda pay?
Bethesda has posted a compensation range of $75k to $100k for this position. Final offers typically vary based on candidate experience, location, and internal salary bands.
When was the Today Editor (Full-time, Hybrid) role at Bethesda posted?
This role was posted on June 12, 2026 (21 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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