Story Editor — Long-Form Magazine Features

The New York Times; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 124,979 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid vacation and parental leave

Job summary

The New York Times is searching for a story editor to join its dynamic team in New York City. This role requires an experienced individual with a strong narrative and editorial sense to oversee various story projects from inception to publication.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of editing experience and a proven ability to work with a diverse array of writers. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential, as the position involves collaborating with design, research, and production teams.

This is an in-office role, typically requiring attendance four days a week with some remote flexibility, part of The New York Times’ commitment to high-quality journalism.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' editing experience at a major publication.
• Experience in developing magazine stories and assignments.
• Ability to work collaboratively with writers throughout the editing process.

Responsibilities

• Bring story ideas demonstrating strong news judgment.
• Assign and edit various types of articles.
• Lead a team of journalists to finalize stories.

Skills

Editing experience

Generating story ideas

Working with writers

Leading teams

Job description

The New York Times is searching for a story editor to join its dynamic team in New York City. This role requires an experienced individual with a strong narrative and editorial sense to oversee various story projects from inception to publication.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of editing experience and a proven ability to work with a diverse array of writers. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential, as the position involves collaborating with design, research, and production teams.

This is an in-office role, typically requiring attendance four days a week with some remote flexibility, part of The New York Times’ commitment to high-quality journalism.