We’re hiring a Story Editor for our DC office. This is a junior to mid-level editing position, doing a mix of assigning, story editing and copy-editing. Please see the full listing after the jump and if you know people who might be interested, please spread the word.
Story Editor (Washington, DC)
TPM is seeking a Story Editor in its Washington DC bureau to assist with managing copy flow, copy editing, headline writing, and overall story quality. You have at least two years’ experience as a story editor in online news and know the basics of copyediting and fact-checking. You have great news judgment, encyclopedic political knowledge, and a wide-ranging curiosity.
You delight in writing cleverly effective headlines. You relish the challenge of developing a style guide from scratch and bringing a consistency of style to a newsroom. You know AP style like the back of your hand.
You can punch up ledes, rescue a buried lede, or rewrite extensively – and do it all at a blazing speed. You can help coordinate the copy flow across two offices in different cities and with reporters in the field.
You are practical and adaptive. You understand the demands of a digital newsroom and can roll with the punches.
You are a good teammate, quickly earn the respect of your colleagues, and can be relied on when the going gets tough. You know that a good sense of humor is essential in all things.
The position offers health insurance coverage, 401(k), and three weeks paid vacation per year.
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
To apply, send an email to jobs at talkingpointsmemo.com with a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and two references. Include the subject line: “Job App: Story Editor.”
