Copy Editor

AAJA24; New York (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Republic is seeking an experienced, full-time copy editor for The TNR Blue Book and related newsletters. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m.–3 p.m., with compensation starting at $66,000 per year.

The role supports newsletter production and editorial work across The New Republic site in a busy newsroom environment. The editor will uphold AP style, coordinate with the current copy editor, and ensure accurate, timely distribution to subscribers while collaborating with editors across

Qualifications

• At least seven years of copyediting experience.
• Experience with basic fact-checking.
• Familiarity with AP style and the ability to help maintain the style guide.

Responsibilities

• Edit The TNR Blue Book and other editorial newsletters.
• Support the current copy editor on TheNewRepublic.com as needed.
• Produce and distribute newsletters to subscribers with accuracy and timeliness.

Skills

Copyediting

Fact-checking

AP style

Job description

Job Category: Online | New Media, Magazines,

Employment Type: Full time,

Salary: $66000-$73000 per year

Posted: 08.05.2026

Job Description

The New Republic is looking for anexperienced full-time copy editor to edit The TNR Blue Book, our new morning newsletter devoted to covering Democrats and progressive groups, and other editorial newsletters, while supporting our current copy editor on NewRepublic.com as needed.

This is a full-time position. Please note the unique hours: Because The TNR Blue Book goes out early to subscribers and some fresh content is produced in the early morning, the hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m.–3 p.m. The minimum salary for this role is $66,000.

The position is covered by the collective-bargaining agreement between The New Republic and The NewsGuild of New York, CWA Local 31003, AFL-CIO.

The New Republic is committed to diversity and encourages members of underrepresented communities to apply, including women, LGBTQ people, people of color, people with criminal records, veterans, and people with disabilities.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate is a fast, careful editor with a sharp eye for detail who can seamlessly pivot between newsletter production, marketing emails, and news. The candidate should be organized and know how to prioritize assignments and manage their schedule.

Additional Requirements:

• At least seven years of copyediting experience, preferably at a news website or magazine.
• Experience with basic fact-checking.
• Familiarity with AP style and the ability to help maintain TNR’s style guide while designing effective systems to update staff of both house and AP style changes.
• Comfort learning third-party applications, building editorial newsletters, and managing newsletter production and distribution to subscribers.