Evening Political Editor — Lead Scoops & Coordination (DC)

Versant Media, LLC

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 115,000 - 130,000

Full time

13 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k)

paid leave

tuition reimbursement

a variety of other discounts and perks

Job summary

VERSANT Media in Washington, D.C. is seeking an experienced political editor to lead MS NOW Digital's expanding politics coverage, with a focus on the 2028 presidential race. The editor will shape storylines, drive original reporting and coordinate across the D.C.

bureau and breaking news teams. The role requires superb writing, sharp editing, and a strong newsroom mindset to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of relevant working experience
8+ years working in a newsroom environment
8+ years working in a strictly digital shop
Must be able to edit quickly and accurately
Must have experience working in breaking news and political news
Must have the desire to work in a creative, demanding and competitive environment

Responsibilities

Help identify distinctive political storylines and drive scoops for MS NOW Digital
Coordinate with the D.C. bureau and breaking news teams to land the best and most timely journalism
Stay informed about the 2028 presidential campaign and its candidates, helping to keep track of reporter deployment, linear TV plans and reading widely
Help lead live blog coverage as needed
Collaborate across editorial and platform teams to optimize reader engagement
Work with platforms producers to keep the homepage looking updated and fresh, and help with headlines, push alerts and newsletter production
Edit and occasionally write breaking news and enterprise articles throughout the evenings on the top headlines