# Graphics Assignment Editor

Hiring organization: [WaPo](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/wapo)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/46e845ad-cfaa-4775-a7db-2b29c177eaa9

Listed on WaPo's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Senior
- Location: DC-Washington-TWP Headquarters
- Salary: 109200 – 182000 USD per year

## Summary

The Washington Post seeks an experienced visual journalist to lead graphics assignments, edit visual stories across breaking news and enterprise coverage, and mentor the graphics team. This role suits someone with strong editorial judgment who excels at conceiving graphics-driven narratives and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced newsroom.

_Our summary, not WaPo's wording._

## Skills named

Interactive Design

## Required

- 5-8 years editing experience in visual journalism, graphics, or data reporting
- strong news judgment for graphics-led stories
- portfolio of maps, information graphics and visual stories
- ability to balance breaking news speed with enterprise work
- excellent communication and collaborative approach
- commitment to accuracy and journalistic rigor

## Nice to have

- curiosity about emerging storytelling formats
- experience mentoring visual journalists
- experience with accessibility in visual journalism

Apply on WaPo's site: https://washpost.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/washingtonpostcareers/job/DC-Washington-TWP-Headquarters/Graphics-Assignment-Editor_JR-90275827