Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from POLITICO
Job overview
The Newsletter Editor at POLITICO is responsible for editing daily and weekly politics and policy newsletters, playing a key role in driving political conversation and maintaining editorial excellence.
Responsibilities and impact
The editor will manage evening newsletter editing, ensure accuracy and clarity, fact-check, copy edit, and support other newsroom platforms as needed, working Sunday through Thursday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Eastern.
Experience and skills
Candidates need 3+ years of journalism experience, strong organization and communication skills, experience with digital publishing and content management systems, knowledge of AP style, and a commitment to fair-minded, nonpartisan journalism.
Work environment and culture
POLITICO values grit, integrity, innovation, collaboration, talent cultivation, and DEI stewardship, fostering a fast-paced and adaptive newsroom environment.
Company information
POLITICO is a leading political news organization focused on politics and policy in Washington, key state capitals, and Canada, known for its subscription and consumer platforms.
Team overview
The editor will join POLITICO’s Central Editing Desk, a versatile team providing editing support across newsroom platforms and teams.
Job location and travel
The role involves working evening shifts Sunday through Thursday, roughly 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Eastern, with no specific location mentioned.
Application process
Applicants are encouraged to view open positions on POLITICO’s website and email careers@politico.com to apply.
Unique job features
The position involves managing multiple newsletters nightly and supporting various newsroom teams, emphasizing editorial excellence and adherence to POLITICO standards.
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 3+ years of journalism experience, emphasizing your skills in editing, fact-checking, and adherence to AP style, which are crucial for the Newsletter Editor role at POLITICO.
Showcase your ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, your experience with digital publishing and content management systems, and your commitment to fair-minded, nonpartisan journalism to align with POLITICO's core values.
Apply through multiple channels including POLITICO's corporate careers site, LinkedIn, and any job boards listing the Newsletter Editor position to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current POLITICO editors or team members on LinkedIn, using ice breakers such as commenting on recent newsletters they edited or asking about their experience working on the Central Editing Desk to build rapport and gain insights.
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