Audience-Driven Digital Editor

The Guardian; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days of vacation leave

Unlimited sick time

401(k) Match

Subsidized healthcare coverage

Flexible hybrid schedule

Job summary

The Guardian is looking for a digitally savvy editor based in New York or DC. This permanent, full-time role involves shaping how Guardian US journalism is presented across platforms and engaging a wide audience with compelling content.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of editing experience, an understanding of digital journalism trends, and skills to analyze audience data using tools like Google Analytics. The position offers a flexible hybrid schedule and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong news judgment and excellent writing skills.
• Significant experience in a live newsroom environment.
• Ability to communicate audience insights effectively.

Responsibilities

• Edit and maintain the Guardian's US and international homepages.
• Send breaking news alerts and oversee live blogs.
• Coordinate with third-party publishing partners.

Skills

Editing homepages and articles

Analyzing audience trends

Digital tools and content management systems

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of digital journalism trends

Education

3-5 years of experience in a relevant editing role

Tools

Google Analytics

Chartbeat

Job description

The Guardian is looking for a digitally savvy editor based in New York or DC. This permanent, full-time role involves shaping how Guardian US journalism is presented across platforms and engaging a wide audience with compelling content.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of editing experience, an understanding of digital journalism trends, and skills to analyze audience data using tools like Google Analytics. The position offers a flexible hybrid schedule and various employee benefits.