Senior Editor

The Washington Times • Washington, DC

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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 across national, local, sports, and cultural news. The editor will manage and cultivate a diverse group of reporters, helping them identify and produce idea-driven stories that engage readers across digital and print platforms. The role also requires expert editing of copy from the political and foreign teams and the ability to work with both inexperienced reporters and seasoned veterans.

Requirements

• Sharp news judgment, solid editing skills, and high standards for quality.
• Strong and transparent communication skills.
• A minimum of 10 years working in news reporting and editing on national, cultural, political, and foreign/faith news.

Nice To Haves

• 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 stories that command readers’ attention across digital and print platforms.
• Expertly edit copy from the political and foreign teams.
• Edit and manage reporters with varying levels of experience.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Retirement planning with matching options
• Generous paid time off program
• Flexible work schedule
• Free parking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed