- More than 10 years newsroom management experience (nine of that with Gannett);
- Thorough knowledge of media/graphics applications, including QuarkXpress, Adobe Creative Suite (including InDesign, PhotoShop and Illustrator), JazBox editorial system, Windows XP and Vista, Web social networking sites/applications;
- Thorough and critical understanding of processes and workflows involved in news production;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Successfully completes projects on time;
- Recognized leadership and management skills.