Voices Across America Editor
- Employer
- The Washington Post
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Closing date
- May 22, 2022
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- Industry
- Media / Journalism / Advertising
- Function
- Editor, Journalist and Freelance Writer
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
The Opinions section seeks an experienced editor to join our op-ed team, focusing on the department's Voices Across America initiative, which is dedicated to presenting a broad range of on-the-ground viewpoints and local angles on issues that resonate with readers.
This editor will be responsible for identifying potential op-ed topics in states across the nation, with focus on places, stories and points of view that are often not reflected in the national media. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for opinion journalism, a keen eye for local stories that sound larger themes, and extensive contacts in and deep knowledge of the right-of-center landscape.
We are seeking someone with sterling editing skills, including the ability to respond quickly to news events, find talented writers, build relationships with columnists and identify valuable outside submissions. The candidate should have a highly entrepreneurial attitude toward opinion journalism, including creative thinking about the best formats in which to present arguments to readers. The position requires some on-call weekends on a rotating basis.
The Post strives to provide its readers with high-quality, trustworthy news and information while constantly innovating. That mission is best served by a diverse, multigenerational workforce with varied life experiences and perspectives. All cultures and backgrounds are welcomed.
If you are interested, please upload a resume and cover letter to our jobs portal by May 20.
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Company
Thank you for your interest in a career with The Washington Post. We invite you to review all of our open positions to find the one that's right for you. We look forward to receiving your resume!
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Washington Post Media views its employees as its most valuable asset and provides a comprehensive benefits package to promote healthy and balanced lives at work and at home. We offer competitive salaries, opportunities for training and career advancement and an outstanding, progressive benefits package including:
Health and dental benefits
Flexible healthcare and dependent care spending accounts
401(k) and company-funded cash balance plan
Life and disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Domestic partner benefits
Employee assistance program
Employee referral program
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- https://careers.washingtonpost.com/
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