The Free Press is growing fast. We need editors who can respond quickly to news events craft smart stories and get the best out of staff writers and outside contributors. Were looking for a sharp creative and highly organized Senior Editor to join our editorial this role youll work at the heart of the editorial team working to edit stories from both staff writers and outside contributors on a wide range of topics. Youll be responsible for running reporters conceiving and executing high-impact news journalism and for editing regular columns. Youll help ensure that The Free Press is publishing distinctive rigorous and agenda-setting journalism.
Responsibilities
Source commission and edit contributions from freelance writers subject-matter experts and opinion leaders.
Shape pitches into strong clear and original stories aligned with The Free Presss editorial standards.
Provide structural line and copy edits as needed guiding contributors through the process from draft to publication.
Set priorities maintain an editorial calendar and ensure timely delivery of content across our report
Develop and maintain strong relationships with writers academics journalists and other potential contributors.
Help brainstorm editorial packages special series and big-picture coverage ideas.
Collaborate with design audience and production teams to maximize reach and impact.
Qualifications
10 years of experience as an editor in journalism publishing or related fields.
Demonstrated skill in editing business and economics pieces including investigations op-eds essays or reported features.
A strong editorial voice with the ability to sharpen arguments and elevate prose.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple projects at once.
Familiarity with the current media and cultural landscape with an eye for stories that break through.
A track record of working with a wide range of writers from seasoned journalists to emerging voices.
Passion for The Free Presss mission and curiosity about ideas across the political and cultural spectrum.
$150000 - $180000 a year
Location: New York NU (in office; remote US considered for exceptional candidates)
Employment: Full-time
Other benefits: health dental vision; 401(k); paid time off and holidays; parental leave; short and long-term incentive plans
The Free Press is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process please email
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