Afternoon News Writer-Editor (Remote-Optional)

Axios

West Coast

Remote

NZD 124,000 - 195,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health insurance (PPO & HDHP)

HSA contribution

Dental and vision coverage

Paid family leave

Job summary

Axios is seeking a writer-editor to lead the afternoons and evenings on the newsdesk, reporting to the Executive Editor. You will drive rapid story generation, edit a broad mix of national news, and coordinate with a team of journalists to ensure timely, accurate coverage.

Ideal candidates bring strong newsroom instincts, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for Smart Brevity. This remote-optional role supports flexible schedules across time zones in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Experience writing and editing in a fast-paced news environment.
Ability to monitor and activate on developing stories.
Strong collaboration across journalism teams.
Understanding and application of concise, audience-first writing style.

Responsibilities

Real-time news surveillance and quick-turn writing of spot news stories.
Editing a wide range of national news from breaking events to enterprise pieces.
Monitor developments on key stories and flag them to experts.
Collaborate with journalists and editors to maintain Axios standards.