Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from POLITICO
Job overview
The Editorial Director, Audience at POLITICO leads audience growth strategy specifically for the DC market, impacting editorial decisions and audience engagement.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves crafting audience strategies, analyzing data to inform editorial decisions, collaborating with newsroom and company departments, optimizing SEO and social posts, and monitoring industry trends and platform referrals.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 5-7 years newsroom experience, deep knowledge of the DC audience, 3-4 years in analytics with expertise in tools like Excel, Adobe Analytics, GA4, SQL, and platform-specific data tools, plus strong communication and editorial judgment skills.
Work environment and culture
POLITICO values innovation, collaboration, grit, integrity, and DEI stewardship, fostering a forward-thinking and inclusive culture.
Company information
POLITICO is a leading political journalism company focused on delivering timely and impactful news, known for its innovation and strong editorial voice.
Team overview
The role partners closely with editorial teams including Congress, Playbook, White House, Audio/Video, Data, and Product teams globally.
Job location and travel
Based in Washington, DC, with collaboration across various departments and teams.
Application process
Applicants can view open positions on POLITICO's website and contact careers@politico.com for applications.
Unique job features
This is a hands-on role requiring both strategic planning and direct involvement in content optimization and audience engagement.
Company overview
Politico LLC is a prominent American political journalism company that provides in-depth coverage of politics and policy in the United States and internationally. They generate revenue through advertising, subscriptions, and events. Founded in 2007 by John F. Harris and Jim VandeHei, Politico has grown to become a key player in political news, known for its comprehensive reporting and influential daily newsletters like Playbook. The company was acquired by Axel Springer SE in 2021, further expanding its global reach and resources.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your deep familiarity with the DC audience and your expertise in content and platform analytics, emphasizing tools like Adobe Analytics, GA4, Looker, SQL, and CrowdTangle.
Showcase your ability to develop and execute audience growth strategies, particularly your experience collaborating with editorial teams and using data to inform journalistic decisions and optimize content for SEO and social platforms.
Apply through multiple channels including POLITICO's corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and other job boards where the position is posted to maximize your visibility and chances of being noticed.
Connect with current POLITICO employees in the editorial and audience strategy divisions on LinkedIn, using ice breakers such as asking about recent audience growth initiatives or commenting on a recent POLITICO DC coverage strategy to start a conversation.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'audience growth strategy,' 'content analytics,' 'SEO optimization,' 'data-driven insights,' and specific tools such as 'Google Analytics,' 'SQL,' and 'CrowdTangle' to ensure it passes initial screening.
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