Politics Editor

Politics Editor

Salary Range: $100k and up, depending on experience
Location: Washington DC

Job Description

DailyMail.com is looking for an energetic and skilled Politics Editor to join our Washington, D.C., office covering U.S. politics.

You will work alongside the Executive Editor of Politics to lead coverage of news of the day whether it originates on Capitol Hill, at the White House, in Cabinet agencies or on the campaign trail.

This is a rare opportunity for a smart, prolific journalist to edit for the English-speaking world's most-read newspaper website and a take on a leadership position.

Outstanding candidates will be able to work flexible hours, be ready to cover news whenever it breaks, and be able to run live coverage of major events. This includes evenings and weekends.

They will be able to edit sharp and entertaining copy and headlines and help our reporters with ideas, projects and features. They're natural storytellers and understand how to communicate in words, photographs and video.

The successful applicant will be based in the Washington, D.C., metro area. We offer competitive salary, benefits and vacation time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Follow breaking news, pitch exclusive projects to the Executive Editor of Politics and write features based on the pressing political issues of the day that interest DailyMail.com readers in the U.S.
• Focus on politics, power, and influence at a national level
• Responsible for being an ambassador in Washington, D.C., to our DailyMail.com brand and ultimately grow our number of readers
• Gather and compile information on political events and use their news judgement to produce stories that cater to the DailyMail.com audience
• This position requires working seven days a week, including nights, to keep up with the 24-hour political news cycle. This includes late nights in Congress, major speeches, late breaking news and major developments in contemporaneous issues and scandals
• Extensive knowledge of Search Engine Optimization and social media to optimize traffic and help spread Dailymail.com stories to as many readers as possible
• Able to edit copy in Dailymail.com style – with accuracy, entertaining turns of phrases and have input on punchy headlines
• Help to manage team of political reporters and mentor and collaborate with junior members of the team
• Work jointly with the executive team to plan the editorial direction and workflow
• Collaborating with global editorial team to obtain content from the global desks which may be of interest to the U.S. readership
• Ability to travel to New York to meet with executive leadership as warranted

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Passion for the DailyMail.com brand, its editorial voice and global audience
• Experience covering U.S. politics for a news organization that operates in real-time
• At least six years or more experience managing teams in a major newsroom
• Demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom environment whilst delivering accuracy and accurate presentation
• Capability to write and edit in a high-pressure environment
• Strong knowledge of Congress, the White House and federal election campaigns

Why work for DailyMail.com?

• Be part of a leading global news publication.
• Work in a fast paced, vibrant environment where the core values of entrepreneurialism, purpose and excellence resonate in our daily activities.
• Work with a range of internal stakeholders to scale growth areas of business.
• Join a distinct culture with a strong sense of family heritage behind it.

About Dailymail.com

Dailymail.com is the world's largest English-language newspaper website with more than 220 million monthly unique visitors. Our teams across the globe strive to provide our readers with engaging, fast and rolling news, 24/7, 365 days a year. With more than 600 journalists worldwide, we are seeking individuals who want to join a global media organization with excellent career development opportunities. Dailymail.com (MailOnline) is a division of dmg media.

Our Commitment

DailyMail.com is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Dailymail.com will carry out data verification checks as permitted by law.