Lead News Editor — NYC, Fast-Paced & SEO-Driven

Nashville Public Radio; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

401K

Midtown Manhattan office

Job summary

The U.S. Sun in New York is seeking an experienced News Editor to lead a fast-paced newsroom, break national stories, and mentor a team of reporters.

You will identify and edit stories, publish content, and apply SEO and analytics to grow readership while maintaining rigorous editorial standards.

This role offers in-office work from Midtown Manhattan with competitive pay and benefits, including healthcare, dental, and 401K.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of journalism experience, including 2+ years in an editing role.
• Experience managing reporters and producing standout breaking news and exclusives.
• Tech-savvy with analytics tools, SEO, social media strategies for a digital audience.
• Legal and compliance awareness to ensure content meets standards.
• Ability to think fast under pressure in a high-volume newsroom.
• Clear sense of The US Sun's voice and tone to keep it sharp.

Responsibilities

• Lead the news team: assign stories, manage breaking news, uphold editorial standards, drive major stories.
• Run morning editorial meetings and shape the daily news agenda.
• Collaborate with SEO, audience, video, and design teams to maximize reach.
• Coach and develop reporters and editors through feedback.
• Prioritize original content and exclusives.
• Monitor performance across platforms and adjust strategy as needed.
• Plan forward for the news section and events.
• Support weekend or evening coverage for major events.

Skills

Journalism experience

Editing

Analytics tools

SEO

Social media

Legal/compliance

Fast-paced decision making

Tools

Analytics tools

Job description

The U.S. Sun in New York is seeking an experienced News Editor to lead a fast-paced newsroom, break national stories, and mentor a team of reporters.

You will identify and edit stories, publish content, and apply SEO and analytics to grow readership while maintaining rigorous editorial standards.

This role offers in-office work from Midtown Manhattan with competitive pay and benefits, including healthcare, dental, and 401K.