The Hill is seeking an Associate Editor to join its Washington, DC newsroom, focusing on non-partisan political stories. The ideal candidate should possess strong editing skills, a solid understanding of political news, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Job Summary
Work closely with reporters and editors to generate ideas and craft non-partisan stories on politics, healthcare, and national security.
Edit articles for clarity, accuracy, style, grammar, and adherence to The Hill's editorial standards, while also performing fact-checking.
The position requires a bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field and offers a salary range of $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 with comprehensive benefits.
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The Hill is seeking an Associate Editor to join its Washington, DC newsroom, focusing on non-partisan political stories. The ideal candidate should possess strong editing skills, a solid understanding of political news, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Salary
Base: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) with match, Paid Parental leave, life insurance
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Edit articles for clarity and accuracy
Fact-checking and verification
Strong understanding of political news
Excellent writing and editing skills
Ability to manage deadlines
Nice-to-have
Hard work ethic
Good time-management skills
Thrive in a collaborative environment
Familiarity with Google Trends and SEO
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field
Previous reporting experience preferred
Advanced Microsoft Office knowledge
Excellent knowledge of current events and politics