Breaking News Politics Editor—Nights & Weekends

NextGig; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MS NOW Digital is seeking an experienced editor with deep political knowledge to lead our breaking news efforts on nights and weekends from Washington, DC. You will identify key storylines, land scoops, and coordinate with the breaking news and political teams for timely coverage.

The ideal candidate has superb writing and editing skills, a strong newsroom judgment, and the ability to uphold MS NOW's voice and standards under pressure.

Qualifications

• superb writing and editing skills.
• deep understanding of journalistic standards.
• ability to uphold MS NOW's tone and editorial values under pressure.

Responsibilities

• lead breaking news efforts on nights and weekends.
• identify key storylines and land scoops for timely coverage.
• coordinate with breaking news and political teams to ensure synchronized reporting.

Job description

MS NOW Digital is seeking an experienced editor with deep political knowledge to lead our breaking news efforts on nights and weekends from Washington, DC. You will identify key storylines, land scoops, and coordinate with the breaking news and political teams for timely coverage.

The ideal candidate has superb writing and editing skills, a strong newsroom judgment, and the ability to uphold MS NOW's voice and standards under pressure.