The Intercept seeks an experienced, energetic editor with impeccable news judgment to improve our reporting and refine our operations. The ideal candidate has a track record of editing stories with impact, running teams of reporters, and, simply stated, making newsrooms work better.
This editor must be a collaborative and supportive colleague who can help get the best out of everyone they work with. They are a problem-solver who can identify areas of opportunity and places where our operations fall short, then devise the right solution and execute it in a fast-paced newsroom.
It is imperative that they have a track record of overseeing investigations and other sensitive stories, protecting sources, and upholding the highest ethical and editorial standards. They understand and embrace The Intercept’s mission, the unique lens we bring to our coverage, and our commitment to the audiences we serve.
Experience as a commissioning editor with connections to talented freelancers is a plus.
Responsibilities:
- Managing a team of reporters
- Editing a mix of breaking news, quick scoops, commentary, and investigations
- Setting and enforcing deadlines
- Establishing and fine-tuning newsroom workflows
- Collaborating with teams across the organization
- Commissioning, editing and managing relationships with freelance journalists
- Overseeing and delivering on special projects and initiatives
Background + Qualifications:
- A record of exemplary journalism
- Experience managing reporters
- At least 7 years of journalism experience
- A track record of editing fast-turnaround posts, major investigations, and everything in between
- Experience leading newsroom initiatives and improving newsroom operations
This is a remote position.
About The Intercept
At The Intercept, we investigate powerful individuals and institutions to expose corruption and injustice. The Intercept gives its journalists the editorial freedom and legal support they need to expose wrongdoing wherever they find it.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer: People of color, people with disabilities, women, and LGBTQIA candidates are strongly encouraged to apply; we are committed to a diverse workplace, and to supporting our staff with ongoing career development opportunities. Informing a large, diverse audience is a core principle of our work, so we’re committed to building a team that reflects that diversity.