Senior Editor
About The Position
The Washington Times is seeking an energetic, experienced senior editor to run a fast-paced news desk producing breaking and exclusive stories on national, local, sports, and cultural news. The editor will manage and cultivate a diverse group of reporters, helping them identify and produce timely, engaging spot and exclusive stories for the publication’s digital and print platforms. The role also includes expertly editing copy from the political and foreign teams and working effectively with reporters at different experience levels, from inexperienced reporters to seasoned veterans. The successful candidate should have sharp news judgment, strong editing skills, high standards for quality, an idea-driven approach, and strong, transparent communication skills.
Requirements
- Sharp news judgment, solid editing skills, and high standards for quality.
- A minimum of 10 years working in news reporting and editing on national, cultural, political, and foreign/faith news.
- Strong and transparent communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- A bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
- Experience in a newsroom environment.
Responsibilities
- Run a fast-paced news desk producing breaking and exclusive stories across national, local, sports, and cultural news.
- Manage and cultivate a diverse group of reporters.
- Help reporters identify and produce spot and exclusive articles that command readers’ attention across digital and print platforms.
- Edit copy from the political and foreign teams.
- Manage and edit the work of reporters with varying levels of experience.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement planning with matching options
- Generous paid time off program
- Flexible work schedule
- Free parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
