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The New York Times Company

Night Editor, Politics

The New York Times Company

New York, NY · full time · Mid

$175,000 – $190,000

Listed on The New York Times Company’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

The New York Times Politics desk needs an evening editor to oversee the publication of news across digital and print platforms, managing breaking stories, coordinating with reporters and cross-desk teams, and making real-time editorial decisions. This role suits an experienced journalism editor with strong news judgment who thrives under deadline pressure and wants to shape political coverage at one of the world's leading newsrooms.

Our summary, not The New York Times Company’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

  • 5+ years editing experience in journalism or media
  • Working independently in high-pressure deadline-driven newsrooms
  • Demonstrated mastery of journalistic style, standards and news judgment
  • Setting priorities independently when breaking news demands attention
  • Proficiency in digital production

Nice to have

  • Flexibility as newsroom needs evolve
  • Experience covering American politics
  • Experience supervising reporters

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