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$85,000 – $100,000
Listed on The Atlantic’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.
What this role is
The Atlantic is hiring a senior editor to oversee coverage of foreign affairs and national security, commissioning and refining analytical essays and breaking-news reporting. This role suits someone with strong editorial judgment, a feel for emerging geopolitical stories, and the stamina to work under deadline pressure in a collaborative newsroom.
Our summary, not The Atlantic’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- 5+ years of editing experience
- Interest in foreign affairs and national security
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Fast-paced deadline-driven environment
Nice to have
- Existing relationships with foreign policy writers and experts
- Familiarity with American foreign policy and national security
- Strong line editing skills
- Creative and opportunistic approach to coverage