English Desk Editor - AFP

TVZ; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AFP is seeking a dynamic editor for its English-language Americas news desk, based in Washington or Los Angeles. The desk handles fast-moving breaking news and multimedia content for a worldwide audience around the clock.

The editor will edit and illustrate stories filed by reporters in English, translate stories from French and Spanish into English, and pitch original angles. The desk participates in follow-the-sun coverage and feeds AFP's social media accounts.

Responsibilities

• Edit and illustrate stories filed by reporters in English
• Translate stories from French and Spanish services into English
• Pitch original angles and cover breaking news
• Engage in follow-the-sun coverage and feed AFP's social media accounts

Job description

English Desk Editor - AFP (Washington DC or Los Angeles)

AFP is seeking a dynamic, proven editor for its English-language Americas news desk, based in Washington or Los Angeles. The desk is a fast-paced breaking news and editing hub producing multimedia stories for a worldwide audience around the clock. As a member of one of AFP’s busiest and highest-profile news operations, the successful candidate will have opportunities to apply for jobs in the future around the agency’s global network.

The 14-member news desk is central to AFP’s North and South America coverage. The successful candidate will work demanding eight-hour shifts that often involve evenings and weekends. Primary responsibilities include editing and illustrating stories filed by reporters in English, as well as translating stories from the French and Spanish services into English. In addition, desk staffers frequently report breaking news and are encouraged to pitch original angles. The desk is also part of a rotation assuring follow-the-sun coverage during Asia’s night time and feeding AFP’s social media accounts.