Power Players Editor

Observer Media; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Observer Media in New York is seeking a Business Editor to lead power-focused coverage across media, technology and finance. You will edit and assign stories, work with contributing writers, and recruit expert voices to weigh in on major industry forces.

You'll help position Observer as a go-to publication for executives navigating crises, funding milestones, and influential profiles. The role emphasizes strategic thinking, editorial curiosity, and strong industry relationships.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years covering business, media or technology for a publication read by industry professionals.
• Strong relationships with executives, investors and operators.
• Proven track record of breaking news and profiling industry leaders.
• Ability to identify power dynamics and influential networks.

Responsibilities

• Track the most important news and trends in media, tech and finance and the people driving those moments.
• Assign and edit articles that chronicle the pulse of power in media, tech and finance.
• Help welcome new writers into Observer's ecosystem.

Skills

Industry journalism

Executive relationships

News judgment

Strategic thinking

AI in newsroom

Job description

Observer Media in New York is seeking a Business Editor to lead power-focused coverage across media, technology and finance. You will edit and assign stories, work with contributing writers, and recruit expert voices to weigh in on major industry forces.

You'll help position Observer as a go-to publication for executives navigating crises, funding milestones, and influential profiles. The role emphasizes strategic thinking, editorial curiosity, and strong industry relationships.