Editor, Sunday Opinion And Books

The New York Post

New York, NY, US
Base: $125,000 - $140,000; bonus/equity: targets d...
7+ years editing opinion pieces
Experience editing columns and long-form content
Strong organizational skills for deadlines
The role involves overseeing the Sunday opinion and ideas section while shaping books-related content for both The New York Post and California Post

Job Summary

  • The role involves overseeing the Sunday opinion and ideas section while shaping books-related content for both The New York Post and California Post.
  • Candidates must possess a broad network of freelance writers and the ability to identify big stories and react creatively to the news cycle.
  • The position requires a self-motivated editor who can balance advance planning with rapid production in a high-paced newsroom environment.

Matching Summary

The role involves overseeing the Sunday opinion and ideas section while shaping books-related content for both The New York Post and California Post.

Salary

Base: $125,000 - $140,000; Bonus/Equity: Targets determined by market benchmarks; Benefits: Comprehensive package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years editing opinion pieces
  • Experience editing columns and long-form content
  • Strong organizational skills for deadlines
  • Ability to pivot quickly during news cycles
  • Network of freelance writers and columnists

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for books and publishing industry
  • WordPress experience
  • SEO-friendly headline writing skills
  • Collaboration with photo and design teams

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in journalism or English preferred
  • 7+ years of newsroom editing experience
  • On-site work required 5 days per week

Work Rights

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