We are seeking an experienced Publisher to lead our business operations into the future. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Publisher will be responsible for overseeing the business and operational aspects of the magazine, including revenue generation, financial management, audience growth, fundraising, and strategic partnerships. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nonprofit media, a passion for progressive journalism, and a proven track record of leadership and innovation.
About Us:
Based in Chicago, Illinois, ITT is a national print and online magazine dedicated to supporting movements for economic, social, racial and environmental justice, with a special emphasis on labor. ITT has survived and thrived for 48 years in the face of multiple media industry upheavals. We rely on fervent supporters, readers and staff who understand the importance of a political home for a Left that’s serious about building power. ITT’s approach to the business of publishing is inseparable from its approach to movement-building: clear-eyed, strategic, coalitional, adaptive to the conditions of the moment, and planning in long timelines for transformative growth.
Inspired by the socialist newspaper Appeal to Reason (which at one point reached nearly a million subscribers), historian James Weinstein and a handful of fellow journalists and activists founded In These Times in 1976, out of a belief that political movements on the Left need vibrant, independent media “to identify and clarify the struggles against corporate power now multiplying in American society.” The organization’s founding sponsors included Julian Bond, Carlos Munoz, Daniel Ellsberg, Michael Harrington, Noam Chomsky and Barbara Ehrenreich, and its influence carries on not only in the magazine but also through the extraordinary careers of its many notable alumni.
Our print magazine regularly reaches nearly 30,000 subscribers, and our website has generated 3-6 million pageviews per year in recent years. The organization is a nonprofit supported by close to 10,000 active donors, as well as a number of foundations and organizations. We have an annual budget of more than $2 million and a full-time staff of 14 employees. We’re a proud union workplace with an internal culture that strives to live up to the ideals we advocate every day through our journalism.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute a comprehensive business strategy to ensure the financial sustainability and growth of the organization.
Oversee the bulk of revenue-generating activities, including subscriptions, advertising, and membership.
Manage the budgeting and financial planning, ensuring fiscal responsibility and transparency.
Lead the marketing and audience development efforts to expand the magazine’s reach and impact.
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with other media organizations, nonprofits, and key stakeholders.
Collaborate with the editorial team to align business and editorial goals.
Represent In These Times at industry events, conferences, and public forums.
Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and collaboration.
Oversee the organization’s marketing and communications efforts, expanding its reach and audience.
Collaborate with the board of directors and stakeholders to ensure the organization’s mission is upheld.
Qualifications:
Extensive experience in media, publishing, organizing, or a related field, with a proven track record in leadership roles.
Proven track record of successful revenue generation and financial management.
Strong understanding of the media landscape and trends, especially within progressive and independent journalism.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to think strategically and drive innovative solutions.
Commitment to the mission and values of In These Times.
Benefits:
100% paid medical, dental and vision insurance, including the option of full coverage for partners and dependents
100% paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as life insurance
Employer matched (up to 3%) SIMPLE IRA plan
16 paid holidays and 20 days paid vacation
10 days paid sick leave
15 weeks paid parental leave
Compensation based on experience ranging from $85,000 to $110,000
In These Times is transitioning to a 4-day workweek beginning in 2025
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to jobs@inthesetimes.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
ITT is a News Guild union workplace, and this is a management position. In These Times is an equal opportunity employer. We value our diverse workforce and inclusive culture, which also embody both our values and political commitments. We encourage applications from all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, record of arrest or conviction or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities. If you are a person with a disability and need assistance applying, email Jamie Hendry at jamie@inthesetimes.com or call (773) 772-0100 ext 241. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.