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Since its first print issue on September 1, 1977, Westword has carved out a place in the cultural firmament of the Mile High City.

Thanks to our early commitment to digital journalism, westword.com attracts more than 1.5 million monthly active users. They’re joined by more than 278,000 monthly print readers who consider the publication an unparalleled source of information and insight, from politics and business to music and the arts. Our annual Best of Denver issue is a must-read for residents and visitors alike and our Top 100 Restaurants and Top 100 Bars lists have become the definitive source for exploring the city’s dynamic dining and drinking scene. We also provide the city’s most reliable coverage of the cannabis industry.

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Westword has an immediate opening for a full-time Music Editor. The successful candidate will lead and manage our esteemed coverage of Denver’s vibrant music scene, with a focus on digital media. <div><br></div><div>Since its founding in 1977, Westword has been an intrinsic part of Mile High music. We’re looking for a visionary who can bring fresh ideas to life and continue the evolution of our music section — because the Denver music scene is more than just this weekend’s show at Red Rocks (although we love those, too). This city is full of countless bands, music fans and venues, and it’s our never-ending goal to tell their most compelling and important stories.  </div><div><br></div><div>The most successful candidate will combine a wide-ranging love of music, a fanaticism for detail and an aptitude for connecting with audiences and exploring audience data. We are not seeking a columnist or a critic, though you will find plenty of room to write and produce social media content. Foremost, we want to see a passion for fact-finding and a knack for getting the best possible work out of freelancers.</div><div><br></div><div>This position is based in our Denver newsroom and reports to the Voice Media Group national editor. Remote candidates will not be considered.</div>

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