Senior Editor, Politics

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox News MediaFOX 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 DESCRIPTIONFox 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 ETA SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIESWork directly with Managing Editors & Deputy Managing Editors on newsgathering strategies and performance enhancement plansLead a team of editors and reporters to deliver exclusive, agenda-setting journalism and original reportingOversee both long-term editorial planning and fast-paced daily news operationsAssign and manage story coverage across all key verticals, ensuring impactful and timely reportingApprove and refine pitches from reporters and editors, ensuring they align with Fox News Digital’s mission and audience expectationsDirect breaking news coverage, making quick editorial decisions to keep Fox News Digital first and best in fast-moving situationsUtilize real-time analytics (Chartbeat, Adobe Analytics, etc.) to drive editorial decisions and maximize audience engagementMonitor competitors and industry trends to keep Fox News Digital ahead in the digital news spacePrimarily an editing and management role, with occasional reporting responsibilities as neededWHAT YOU WILL NEEDAt least 6 years of experience in news, TV, or daily digital videoPrior newsroom management experience (minimum of 3 years) overseeing a team of reporters and editorsExpertise in political and general news journalism, with a deep understanding of current eventsExperience using content management systems and digital publishing toolsStrong command of AP Style and exceptional editing, headline writing, and story-shaping skillsProven ability to lead and execute in breaking news situations under high-pressureExperience leveraging digital analytics (Chartbeat, Adobe Analytics, etc.) to optimize content strategyStrong SEO and social media skills to enhance story reach and visibilityExceptional organizational and leadership skills to uphold editorial standards and manage multiple priorities across platformsAbility to pivot seamlessly between breaking news and in-depth enterprise projectsMust be willing to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as news demandsA self-starter with strong editorial judgment, decision-making skills, and a commitment to accuracy and fairnessExperience integrating AI tools into editorial workflows to enhance speed, efficiency, and decision-making, while exercising strong editorial judgment and oversight#LI-BC1We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $106,000.00-145,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.View more detail about FOX Benefits.SummaryLocation: Washington, District of Columbia, USAType: Full time