Deputy Politics Editor/Breaking News
The Washington Times•Washington, DC
•Onsite
About The Position
The Washington Times is seeking an experienced editor to help oversee a news team covering the White House, Congress, the executive branch, and political campaigns from the nation’s capital. The Deputy Politics Editor assists in developing coverage plans, assigning stories, and line editing breaking news and enterprise stories. The role also includes line editing breaking news from the national, foreign, and metro desks. The editor is expected to identify unique and compelling news reports that shape political coverage and distinguish The Washington Times.
Requirements
- A minimum of 5–10 years of experience editing and writing about national government, politics, and policies.
- Excellent writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities.
- Proven ability to meet competing deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- A bachelor's degree, with a journalism major strongly preferred.
- Experience covering the White House, Congress, national politics, and political campaigns is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Help oversee a news team covering the White House, Congress, the executive branch, and political campaigns.
- Assist in developing coverage plans and assigning stories.
- Line edit breaking news and enterprise stories.
- Line edit breaking news from the national, foreign, and metro desks.
- Identify unique and compelling news reports that shape political coverage and distinguish The Washington Times.
- Manage multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities and meet competing deadlines.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- Generous paid time off program
- Paid holidays
- Matching 401(k) plan
- Free on-site parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
