Assistant Editor
$6,500 - $7,500 per monthTemporary
The Washington Post
Role Description
The Washington Post is seeking a collaborative and deadline-driven assistant editor for its News Hub through October 31. This contract role is an opportunity to work with a team of breaking news reporters and coverage leaders to ensure we are urgent and indispensable on the most important stories of the day. This position will work four days per week (Monday-Friday), with scheduled hours of 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time.
- Work with reporters across a range of storytelling formats, including live, explanatory, and visual-first journalism.
- Edit breaking news stories and quick-turn features, in collaboration with other editors and writers.
- Collaborate with teams on quick-turn coverage of U.S. and world news.
- Deliver constructive feedback under tight deadlines.
- Analyze audience data and communicate actionable insights to writers and editors.
Qualifications
- At least 5 years of experience as a journalist covering deadline-driven news.
- Self-starter with the ability to work in a constantly changing environment.
- Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
- Previous experience as an editor is not required.
Requirements
- Candidates should upload a resume and cover letter outlining the experience they’d bring to the role to our jobs portal.
- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
- Cover letters should be addressed to Senior Editor for News Annah Aschbrenner.
Benefits
- This role pays between $6,500 and $7,500 per month, depending on individual skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements and the duration of the contract assignment.
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