What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Editor position at Foreign Policy?
Foreign Policy is recruiting a deputy editor based either in New York or at our Washington
headquarters. This is a rare opening for one of the top editorial roles at the magazine. There are
currently six deputy editors at FP, and they form a collective of smart, ethical, curious, and
ambitious journalists with decades of experience in international affairs (and several published
books) between them.
Deputy editors have a high degree of autonomy to commission essays and lead coverage of
various topics and geographies. Though this is not designed to be a management role, it could be:
Deputy editors mentor early-career staff and regularly top-edit articles.
Candidates must be well versed with our work and possess a formidable rolodex of potential
contributors. They should be strong collaborators and adept at running projects from start to
finish, including working with product, design, and marketing teams.
The most valuable currency for an FP editor is ideashow to make the magazine hum with new
and provocative insights. We hope to attract candidates who will be collegial and build on the
camaraderie, team spirit, and sense of humor at the magazine. Deputy editors tend to have long
stints at FP and are crucial to building and carrying forward the publications style and
sensibility.
Job responsibilities:
- Commission and edit articles and essays
- Lead collaboration across teams on special projects
- Help conceive and execute new content types and formats
- Mentor junior team members
- Pitch in as needed on podcasts and events
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- A minimum of 10 years of experience with both print and web journalism
- Significant experience editing essays
- A first-rate understanding of world affairs
- Excellent editorial judgment
- Strong presentation, public speaking, and writing skills
Required application materials:
- Please submit a resume and cover letter stating your interest in the position.
Salary range: $120,000-$135,000
About Foreign Policy
Founded in 1970, Foreign Policy showcases the smartest ideas and analysis on global affairs,
written by experts and practitioners of international relations. FP reaches audiences around the
world through several platforms, including its award-winning website, quarterly print edition,
podcasts, video, and live events.
Working at Foreign Policy
We have a strong preference for candidates based in the D.C. area or New York City. D.C.-based
staff are required to work from the office at least one day a month, with all U.S.-based staff
convening in D.C. a few times a year.
FP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive
environment for all employees. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and
business needs
Salary : $120,000 - $135,000
