Senior Editor, Politics
Fox Corporation
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox News Media
FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.JOB DESCRIPTION
Fox News Digital is looking for an experienced Senior Editor to lead our fast-paced news coverage on FoxNews.com and FoxBusiness.com. You have a proven track record of leading a major newsroom, news desk, or a large team of reporters and editors in a competitive digital environment. In this role, you will set editorial priorities, oversee coverage of breaking and enterprise news, and ensure our reporting is sharp, fast, and precise. You are an expert in AP Style, understand digital audience behavior, and thrive in high-pressure breaking news situations. Your team covers a wide range of content, including general assignments, politics, and business, and you bring the editorial vision to keep our coverage ahead of the competition.
You will be offered the following shift:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM ET- 4:00 PM ET
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Work directly with Managing Editors & Deputy Managing Editors on newsgathering strategies and performance enhancement plans
Lead a team of editors and reporters to deliver exclusive, agenda-setting journalism and original reporting
Oversee both long-term editorial planning and fast-paced daily news operations
Assign and manage story coverage across all key verticals, ensuring impactful and timely reporting
Approve and refine pitches from reporters and editors, ensuring they align with Fox News Digital’s mission and audience expectations
Direct breaking news coverage, making quick editorial decisions to keep Fox News Digital first and best in fast-moving situations
Utilize real-time analytics (Chartbeat, Adobe Analytics, etc.) to drive editorial decisions and maximize audience engagement
Monitor competitors and industry trends to keep Fox News Digital ahead in the digital news space
Primarily an editing and management role, with occasional reporting responsibilities as needed
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
At least 6 years of experience in news, TV, or daily digital video
Prior newsroom management experience (minimum of 3 years) overseeing a team of reporters and editors
Expertise in political and general news journalism, with a deep understanding of current events
Experience using content management systems and digital publishing tools
Strong command of AP Style and exceptional editing, headline writing, and story-shaping skills
Proven ability to lead and execute in breaking news situations under high-pressure
Experience leveraging digital analytics (Chartbeat, Adobe Analytics, etc.) to optimize content strategy
Strong SEO and social media skills to enhance story reach and visibility
Exceptional organizational and leadership skills to uphold editorial standards and manage multiple priorities across platforms
Ability to pivot seamlessly between breaking news and in-depth enterprise projects
Must be willing to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as news demands
A self-starter with strong editorial judgment, decision-making skills, and a commitment to accuracy and fairness
Experience integrating AI tools into editorial workflows to enhance speed, efficiency, and decision-making, while exercising strong editorial judgment and oversight
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