Part-Time Sunday Editor — Bold Tabloid Journalism

New York Post; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading media organization in New York is seeking an experienced part-time editor to join their Sunday staff. The role demands fine attention to detail and critical thinking skills to transform breaking news into engaging tabloid prose for both web and print. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of editing experience and a Bachelor’s degree or higher. The position offers a hybrid work model, requiring an 8-to-10-hour Saturday shift at the office, with potential additional hours during the week.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of editing experience in a busy newsroom.
• Comfortable with both breaking news and long-form story editing.
• Strong understanding of the Post’s unique voice.

Responsibilities

• Edit and assign stories for immediate deadlines.
• Collaborate with field reporters and office journalists.
• Transform breaking copy into compelling tabloid content.

Skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Editing and rewriting

Collaborative communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

A leading media organization in New York is seeking an experienced part-time editor to join their Sunday staff. The role demands fine attention to detail and critical thinking skills to transform breaking news into engaging tabloid prose for both web and print. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of editing experience and a Bachelor’s degree or higher. The position offers a hybrid work model, requiring an 8-to-10-hour Saturday shift at the office, with potential additional hours during the week.