Politics Editor

Summary

Join Slate as a Politics Editor to lead coverage of the second Trump administration and beyond. We seek an energetic editor with a strong background in Washington and national politics, and innovative ideas for coverage. The ideal candidate will collaborate with our jurisprudence team and possess exceptional editorial skills. While Washington, D.C. is preferred, exceptional New York-based or remote candidates will be considered. The role involves planning ambitious projects, supporting a team of writers, and delivering insightful analysis to our audience. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Requirements

• Tons of ideas, including the ability to quickly find the most illuminating kernel in any news story
• At least 7 years' experience working as an editor, with some (if not most) focusing on politics
• The ability to edit for voice, and a track record of eliciting great work from young talent and more established writers, including freelancers
• A desire to work at a fast pace, and strong organizational, management, and communication skills
• Enthusiasm for finding unique ways to look at the news and a strong understanding of Slate

Responsibilities

• Finding distinct ways for Slate’s politics writers to cover the news, including through analysis and reporting
• Planning and executing ambitious editorial projects, including features and packages
• Collaborating and coordinating with other Slate editors
• Motivating and providing support for a team of talented writers
• Giving Slate's audience the smartest possible ways to think about and understand the world, drawing on our strength as a general-interest magazine

Preferred Qualifications

Based in Washington, D.C

Benefits

Three subsidized medical plans and two dental plans, provided by Aetna, which can be paired with flexible spending accounts