EDITOR-in-CHIEF
LEO Weekly is on the hunt for a multi-talented local journalist to steer our brand by guiding our staff writers, editing surgically, writing ferociously, and bringing the energy and vision we need to compete across our varied platforms. Over the decades, LEO Weekly has earned a reputation for publishing compelling stories that other major media miss. But make no mistake. The EIC will be expected to land scoops, launch unflinching exposés and shape high-impact stories that captivate our endlessly fascinating city.
The most successful candidate will have the skills, values, and passion to steer a best-in-class. This editor will report to the owner.
This is a role best suited for someone who burns to make their mark — and who can leverage their experience and patience to help our reporters make theirs. If you think you might apply, read on.
What you’ll do in the job
- Manage reporters, along with freelance reporters and photographers, to produce a dozen or more weekly stories of varying speed and depth. Lead daily news meetings.
- Edit stories to a high sheen, with impeccable structure, flow and clarity. Ensure that headlines, photography and data visualization capture the reader’s attention. Make sure stories adhere to our style, SEO best practices and social media strategies.
- Manage the editorial workflow for the news vertical, assigning stories to reporters and freelancers, and ensuring a regular cadence of story output and balance.
- Plan news coverage.
- Manage a freelance budget.
- Write news stories as needed.
- Create and collaborate on vertical videos that bring our reporting and voice to audiences on platforms such as Instagram and TikTok.
- Recruit and manage freelancers.
- Coach reporters and freelancers through pitching, reporting, writing, and editing.
- Build broad and diverse relationships so that sources, story ideas, research and reporting reflect the eclectic communities of Louisville.
- Participate in our annual special issues or projects during the year.
- Manage our membership program.
Who you are and what you bring
- A journalist with five-plus years in a newsroom and at least three years of full-time experience managing journalists and editing breaking, daily and enterprise stories.
- An organized, resourceful and proactive self-starter committed to accuracy and meeting deadlines.
- A proven ability to lead and inspire reporters, and to analyze data and analytics to understand our audiences.
- A working knowledge of — or eagerness to immerse yourself in — the people, politics and culture of Louisville.
- Well-defined strategies to stay atop such coverage areas as politics, public health, criminal justice, cannabis, government, the environment and labor.
- A track record of breaking stories.
- Past work that displays crisp writing and a knack for magnetic, stylish storytelling.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience with open records requests.
What we offer
- Compensation range of $70,000 to $80,000.
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
- 10 paid holidays, five paid sick days, and 14 paid days off per year.
- Hybrid work policy.
Think you’ve got what it takes? Email a cover letter, resume and links for three to five stories you reported or edited, along with a few sentences explaining the backstory of each piece and your role, to hiring@leoweekly.com
MULTIMEDIA SALES EXECUTIVE
Are you a driven, energetic sales professional ready to grow with one of the fastest-rising digital media companies in the country? Join LEO Weekly as a Multi-Media Advertising Sales Executive and take your career to the next level.
We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves solving problems, and is passionate about helping businesses grow through cutting-edge marketing solutions.
What You’ll Do:
- Sell a full range of digital and print advertising products (SEO, social media, display ads, event, sponsorships, email marketing, print guides & more).
- Prospect, pitch, and close new business — you’ll own the full sales cycle.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through consultative selling.
- Stay on top of trends and continuously introduce clients to new solutions.
What You Bring:
- Proven sales experience or a strong desire to succeed in media sales.
- Self-motivated with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to generate leads and close deals independently.
- Experience in digital, print, radio, or cable advertising is a plus.
- Access to reliable personal transportation.
Why Work With Us?
- First-year earnings: $73K–$80K+ (base + uncapped commission + bonuses).
- Comprehensive benefits: Paid time off, 401(k), and more.
- Perks: Smart casual dress code, remote/in-office flexibility, fun team culture with sales outings and happy hours.
- Career growth: Join a respected 20+ year company with national recognition and massive growth.
Apply Even If You Don’t Check Every Box
We value diversity and inclusion. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You may be the perfect fit.📧 To Apply: Email your resume + cover letter to hiring@leoweekly.com
SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT CREATOR
The editorial team at LEO Weekly is looking for Social Media Content Creators to contribute to our legacy of journalism to social media platforms. Applicants should be based in or near the Louisville metro area and have impeccable integrity and a working knowledge of online journalism. This is a unique position for someone who loves content creation and wants their work to be seen by thousands of people every month!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Create 25-30 short-form videos per month using primarily iPhone and DJI Osmon as well as occasional professional camera support
Typical content includes:
- Restaurant visits
- Local business features
- Events around Louisville
- News and community highlights
- Voiceover-style storytelling content
Creators must be comfortable:
- Being on camera
- Recording voiceovers
- Interviewing local business owners
- Shooting and editing short-form social content
Additional Responsibilities Include:
- Posting and scheduling content
- Writing captions
- Monitoring engagement and comments
- Collaborating with our internal media team
- Identifying content trends and opportunities
IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Loves social media and understands short-form video trends
- Is confident on camera and has strong storytelling ability
- Enjoys visiting local businesses and exploring the city
- Is creative, organized, and self-motivated
- Can shoot, edit, and publish mobile-first video content
- Has strong communication skills and represents our brands professionally in public
Bonus if you:
- Have experience in influencer marketing or media
- Have worked with food, hospitality, or lifestyle content
- Have a personal social media presence or portfolio
APPLICATION REQUIREMENT
To apply for this position, candidates must submit a short-form video example by creating a 30–60 second short-form video that you would post LEO Weekly
Email your resume + cover letter + short-form video to:
hiring@leoweekly.com
FREELANCE CONTRIBUTORS
The editorial team at LEO Weekly is looking for freelance writers to contribute to our legacy of no-holds-barred journalism. Applicants should be based in or near the Louisville metro area and have impeccable integrity and a working knowledge of online journalism.
Specifically, we’re on the hunt for freelance writers to cover the following:
The Louisville Music and Nightlife
For decades, the LEO music and nightlife section has tapped into what makes the city a special place to create music — and a fascinating scene to explore after dark. Our coverage has been the go-to for locals and visitors alike who are looking to learn what’s happening.
LEO Weekly is looking for contributors who have an innate curiosity to dig into the scene and tell the stories of the many musicians, DJs, producers, bands, and night owls who call Louisville home. Among the myriad coverage areas, we’re particularly interested in writers familiar with local hip-hop, hardcore/post-hardcore, jazz, and LGBTQ+ artists and nightlife scenes.
Ideal candidates are organized self-starters with connections in the scene, an eagerness to seek out the stories where they are — as opposed to mulling them over from the shelter of their keyboard — and a hunger to grow as writers.
If you think you’ve got what it takes, send your résumé, a handful of fleshed-out story ideas, and two or three writing samples (if you have them) to hiring@leoweekly.com. Please type FREELANCE PITCH in the subject line.
Local Arts and Culture
LEO’s arts and culture section goes far, far beyond local visual arts, theater, dance, film, and comedy. We’re also a destination for readers who are eager to explore topics like travel and wellness, sports, entertainment, sex and dating, and this town’s special brand of “only-in-Louisville” madness. Writers with an interest in contributing to this vertical should be prepared to take readers out and about town, offering insight into the unique Louisville secrets that those in the know might take for granted. Which is to say: familiarity with the region and a willingness to go one-on-one with its movers and shakers and cultural riches is essential.
If you think you’ve got what it takes to tell LEO arts and culture stories, send your résumé, a handful of fleshed-out story ideas, and two or three writing samples (if you have them) to hiring@leoweekly.com Be sure to type FREELANCE PITCH in the subject line.
And please, no phone calls!
LEO Weekly believes our journalism best serves our communities when we have a culturally diverse staff and freelancers with a range of voices. We are committed to creating and sustaining an environment of inclusion, diversity, empowerment and equality. We are at our strongest when all our team members are respected and included regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and national origin. Women, veterans, people with disabilities, people of color and gender-nonconforming candidates are highly encouraged to apply.