Senior Tech Editor, Apple News
About The Position
What are the most important tech stories of the day, and why do they matter? In this role, you'll answer those questions for millions of Apple News readers, spearheading our technology coverage at a pivotal moment of growth and change. Your curation work will illuminate how AI and other emerging technologies are transforming the way we live and work — and help readers make sense of one of the fastest-moving storylines of our time. You'll also explore key policy issues, industry insights, and the broader impact of technology on society. Using your deep industry expertise, you will select articles with an emphasis on quality, accuracy, and context; write sharp and engaging copy in the Apple News style; plan and execute special coverage; and work cross-functionally to support News projects. You will also curate science stories, prioritizing responsible coverage of new research, the environment, medical advancements, and more. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can toggle seamlessly between daily coverage and big-picture strategy, as well as an outstanding collaborator.
Requirements
- 7+ years experience writing or editing tech news for a media company
- Strong editorial judgment and excellent writing skills
- Experience with breaking news and delivering clear, concise copy on deadline
- A deep understanding of the tech industry, including A.I. developments, major companies, emerging startups, products, trends, and policy issues
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects at once
- Ability to collaborate and work productively across a large organization
Nice To Haves
- Previous newsroom leadership role
- Proven record of responsibly integrating data into editorial strategy
- Experience working cross-functionally with product, design, and engineering teams
- Fluency across a variety of CMSes
- Background in science journalism
Responsibilities
- Oversee our team's tech-news editorial strategy
- Curate articles
- Write copy
- Covering events
- Communicate directly with our publisher partners
- Select articles with an emphasis on quality, accuracy, and context
- Write sharp and engaging copy in the Apple News style
- Plan and execute special coverage
- Work cross-functionally to support News projects
- Curate science stories, prioritizing responsible coverage of new research, the environment, medical advancements, and more
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
- Retirement benefits
- A range of discounted products and free services
- Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
