Senior Lifestyle Editor, New York Post

New York Post

New York, NY, US
Base: $85,000 - $100,000; bonus/equity: not specif...
On-site
Editing deeply reported features
Editing quick-turnaround news hits
Spot trends before they go mainstream
The New York Post is seeking an experienced Senior Lifestyle Editor to work across lifestyle verticals including sex & relationships, fashion, parenting, travel, food & drink, science & technology and general interest

Job Summary

  • The New York Post is seeking an experienced Senior Lifestyle Editor to work across lifestyle verticals including sex & relationships, fashion, parenting, travel, food & drink, science & technology and general interest.
  • The successful candidate will play a huge role supporting the Lifestyle Editor guide the section, be a non-stop font of ideas, spot trends before they go mainstream and be driven by setting the lifestyle agenda.
  • Responsibilities include pitching innovative ideas, assigning and editing stories, overseeing production, analyzing web traffic, mentoring reporters, and coordinating with departments like photo, video, commerce, and audience development.

Matching Summary

The New York Post is seeking an experienced Senior Lifestyle Editor to work across lifestyle verticals including sex & relationships, fashion, parenting, travel, food & drink, science & technology and general interest.

Salary

Base: $85,000 - $100,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive and competitive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Editing deeply reported features
  • Editing quick-turnaround news hits
  • Spot trends before they go mainstream
  • Mining social media for leads
  • Analyzing web traffic for engagement
  • Coordinating photo shoots

Nice-to-have

  • Signature wit and irreverence
  • Setting the lifestyle agenda
  • Original reporting and expert explainers

Key Requirements

  • At least 5 years editing in a news or fast moving magazine environment
  • Excellent news judgement
  • Sharp editing and writing prowess
  • Proficiency in WordPress or similar CMS
  • Familiarity with analytics tools

Work Rights

Not specified

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