$160,000 – $180,000
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 Opinion section is hiring an editorial leader to shape its artificial intelligence coverage, combining long-form editing expertise with strategic oversight of columnists and enterprise projects. This role suits someone with deep experience in policy and narrative journalism who can synthesize complex technical topics for general audiences.
Our summary, not The New York Times Company’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- 8+ years in senior editorial roles at a major national publication
- Proven track record editing complex, ideas-driven journalism and prominent writers
- Ability to synthesize technical information into compelling narratives for general audiences
- Deep interest in technology and public policy with established network in AI space
- Experience managing large-scale editorial projects from conception to publication
- Sophisticated understanding of digital media landscape
- Commitment to editorial excellence and journalistic independence
Nice to have
- Experience collaborating with data journalists and visual editors on interactive or data-driven explainers
- Track record developing the next generation of editors and writers
- Fostering culture of intellectual curiosity and rigorous fact-checking