Associate Editor, The Hill

Nexstar Media Group

Washington, DC, US
Base: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Onsite
Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field
Strong editing and proofreading skills
Excellent time management and deadline adherence
The role offers an opportunity to join the ground floor of a political newsroom at The Hill, a definitive digital source for non-partisan political news

Job Summary

  • The role offers an opportunity to join the ground floor of a political newsroom at The Hill, a definitive digital source for non-partisan political news.
  • Successful candidates will be responsible for editing articles for clarity, accuracy, and style while fact-checking information to ensure credibility.
  • The position includes comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) with company matching contributions.

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The role offers an opportunity to join the ground floor of a political newsroom at The Hill, a definitive digital source for non-partisan political news.

Salary

Base: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) match, parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field
  • Strong editing and proofreading skills
  • Excellent time management and deadline adherence
  • Solid understanding of political news and policy
  • Ability to write and edit compelling headlines

Nice-to-have

  • Previous metro or national media reporting experience
  • Familiarity with Google Trends and SEO skills
  • Experience with real-time analytics tools
  • Thrive in a collaborative work environment
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field required
  • Full-time availability including nights and weekends
  • Based at Washington DC offices

Work Rights

Not specified

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