Audience Editor, Metro

Thenewyorktimes

New York, NY, United States
Base: $120,000 - $135,000 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
On-site
5+ years digital journalism experience
Audience development track record
Data analysis and reporting skills
The role involves partnering with the Metro desk to inform coverage decisions and maximize content distribution through search and social strategies

Job Summary

  • The role involves partnering with the Metro desk to inform coverage decisions and maximize content distribution through search and social strategies.
  • Candidates must interpret audience data to shape story presentation and deliver actionable daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports.
  • The position requires a strong commitment to journalistic independence and the mission to seek the truth while working in-office four days a week.

Matching Summary

The role involves partnering with the Metro desk to inform coverage decisions and maximize content distribution through search and social strategies.

Salary

Base: $120,000 - $135,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual bonus and restricted stock; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid leave, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years digital journalism experience
  • Audience development track record
  • Data analysis and reporting skills
  • Search strategy and social programming
  • Cross-functional collaboration with newsroom

Nice-to-have

  • Deep knowledge of news competitors
  • In-depth search landscape expertise
  • Engaging writing style native to platforms
  • A/B testing and iterative analysis
  • Knowledge of Times style guide

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years progressive experience in digital journalism
  • Proven skill bridging reporting, editing, product, analytics, and design
  • Demonstrated ability to drive work independently in fast-paced environments

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