Editor, Global News Desk

Thomson Reuters; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic global news organization as an Editor for the Global News Desk. In this exciting role, you will collaborate with award-winning journalists to produce compelling stories that resonate with diverse audiences. Your expertise in copy editing and digital storytelling will be crucial as you navigate the fast-paced world of news reporting. With opportunities for international career progression and a commitment to professional development, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in journalism. Embrace the challenge of delivering accurate, engaging news content and help shape the future of global storytelling.

Benefits

Global Career Opportunities

On-the-job Training and Coaching

Attractive Salary Packages

Paid Volunteering Days

Work with Pulitzer Prize-winning Journalists

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a reporter or production editor, preferably in business or finance.
• Ability to write accurately and rapidly with strong copy-editing skills.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit breaking news stories globally, producing clear, engaging stories quickly.
• Collaborate with international colleagues to drive innovation in news production.

Skills

Copy Editing

Digital and Multimedia Expertise

SEO and Story Optimization

Strong Communication Skills

News Judgment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or related field

Tools

Content Management Systems

Analytics Tools

Job description

Reuters is looking for an ambitious Editor for our fast-paced, round-the-clock Global News Desk. Expect to work alongside award-winning journalists in a global news organisation long recognised for its commitment to accuracy and fairness. Play a role helping us evolve digitally to stand out from the crowd for everything from business to world events.

The role is based in Wellington, New Zealand, as we look to strengthen our editing team and support our existing bureau.

We're seeking an editor adept at crafting and honing stories that span geographies, industries, and markets; from scoops and breaking news to analyses and insights. The position requires understanding the needs of Reuters' diverse audience, which includes financial and professional clients, major media organisations, digital publishers, and general news consumers.

This role involves experimenting with new story formats and tools, working as a copy editor, and packaging content across various media including video, pictures, graphics, audio, and text. Sharp headlines, ledes, and nut paragraphs are essential. The ability to identify gaps in the story file and collaborate with news editors to fill them is also crucial. Familiarity with generative AI and other technological tools, in line with Reuters’ Trust Principles, is a strong advantage.

The ideal candidate writes with precision and can convey complex ideas for both specialist and general audiences, while maintaining Reuters' high standards for accuracy, brevity, clarity, fair comment, impartiality, and sourcing. Responsibilities include handling copy from the Americas region, particularly the United States; interest and experience in U.S. news are preferred.

Reuters' news reaches over a billion people daily. We seek an editor capable of working with reporters globally to produce distinctive journalism in compelling formats. Join us to help tell the world's most important stories.

About the Role

As Editor, Global News Desk, you will:

1. Write and edit breaking news stories globally, producing clear, engaging stories quickly.
2. Edit longer initiative stories for a global audience that may take several days to develop.
3. Ensure each story is balanced, includes fair comment, and features engaging visuals.
4. Collaborate with international colleagues.
5. Drive innovation in news production and storytelling techniques.

About You

You’re a suitable candidate if you:

• Have proven experience as a reporter or production editor, preferably in business or finance but not mandatory.
• Can write accurately and rapidly, with strong copy-editing skills, including handling complex, sensitive stories.
• Possess digital and multimedia expertise, familiar with SEO, story optimization, and analytics.
• Can cover topics for diverse audiences.
• Have good news judgment, ask insightful questions, and challenge assumptions.
• Remain calm under pressure and make quick, sound decisions.
• Have excellent communication skills, a team-oriented attitude, diplomacy, and collaboration skills.
• Experience editing newsletters is a plus.

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What’s in it for you?

At Reuters, our people are our greatest assets. Benefits include:

• Global Career: Opportunities for international career progression.
• Learning & Development: On-the-job training and coaching, with dedicated journalist development programs.
• Competitive Benefits: Attractive salary packages and market-leading benefits, including paid volunteering days.
• Perks: Work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and a team delivering unmatched coverage of major stories.

About Reuters

Reuters is the world’s largest multimedia news provider, founded in 1851, committed to independence, integrity, and fairness. With coverage in over 16 languages, reaching billions daily, it provides trusted intelligence for humans and machines to make informed decisions.

About Thomson Reuters

Thomson Reuters combines trusted content and technology to serve legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media professionals. It empowers decision-makers with data, insights, and solutions, and is dedicated to justice, truth, and transparency. With 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, Thomson Reuters values diversity and is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing a drug-free workplace and accommodations for disabilities and religious beliefs.

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