Audience Editor, Metro

The New York Times

New York, NY, United States
Base: $120,000 - $135,000 usd; bonus/equity: varia...
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 deliver actionable daily, weekly, and monthly reports while contributing to leadership presentations.
  • The position requires a strong commitment to journalistic independence and the mission to seek the truth in a fast-paced environment.

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: Variable pay including annual bonus and restricted stock eligible; 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 tone native to platforms
  • A/B testing and iterative optimization
  • Knowledge of Times style guide

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years progressive experience in digital journalism
  • Demonstrated track record in audience development
  • Ability to bridge reporting, editing, product, and analytics specialties

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