The Free Press · 3 months ago
Senior Editor
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $180K/yr
10+ years expThe Free Press is growing fast and is seeking a sharp, creative, and highly organized Senior Editor to join their editorial team. In this role, you will edit stories from staff writers and outside contributors, source and commission content, and ensure the publication of distinctive and rigorous journalism.
Media and EntertainmentNewsPolitics
Responsibilities
Source, commission, and edit contributions from freelance writers, subject-matter experts, and opinion leaders
Shape pitches into strong, clear, and original stories aligned with The Free Press’s editorial standards
Provide structural, line, and copy edits as needed, guiding contributors through the process from draft to publication
Set priorities, maintain an editorial calendar, and ensure timely delivery of content across our report
Develop and maintain strong relationships with writers, academics, journalists, and other potential contributors
Help brainstorm editorial packages, special series, and big-picture coverage ideas
Collaborate with design, audience, and production teams to maximize reach and impact
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience as an editor in journalism, publishing, or related fields
Demonstrated skill in editing business and economics pieces, including investigations, op-eds, essays, or reported features
A strong editorial voice with the ability to sharpen arguments and elevate prose
Excellent organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple projects at once
Familiarity with the current media and cultural landscape, with an eye for stories that break through
A track record of working with a wide range of writers, from seasoned journalists to emerging voices
Passion for The Free Press's mission and curiosity about ideas across the political and cultural spectrum
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Paid time off and holidays
Parental leave
Short and long-term incentive plans
Company
The Free Press
The Free Press is a media company dedicated to reporting on science, politics, and culture.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$15M2025-10-05Acquired
2025-09-25Series Unknown· $15M
2021-11-01Pre Seed
Recent News
2025-12-30
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