Global Press · 14 hours ago
Senior Editor, Democracy
Remote (United States)
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Collaborate with reporters to identify emerging trends and critical issues in democracy and governance.
Assign stories, edit drafts, and guide narrative development to ensure accuracy, depth, and journalistic excellence.
Work closely with a multidisciplinary editing team, including deputy editors, visual editors, research editors, and fact-checkers, to deliver polished, high-quality content.
Lead and participate in pitch meetings, providing constructive feedback and identifying story opportunities.
Host office hours and conduct regular one-on-one check-ins with reporters to support their growth and maintain alignment with editorial goals.
Foster an inclusive, collaborative newsroom culture that values diverse perspectives.
Partner with the product team to optimize story presentation for maximum engagement and impact across digital platforms.
Contribute to audience engagement efforts by writing and curating content for newsletters, social media, and other audience-facing channels.
Liaise with publication partners to expand the reach and influence of democracy-related reporting.
Manage administrative tasks related to pitch tracking, editorial planning, and workflow coordination.
Maintain organized systems for tracking assignments, deadlines, and deliverables.
Ensure seamless communication and coordination across editorial and operational teams.
Qualification
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Required
Minimum of 8 years of newsroom experience, with a focus on politics, governance, or global democracy.
Strong editorial skills, including story assignment, structural editing, and fact-checking.
Proven ability to manage and mentor a diverse team of reporters and editors.
Familiarity with digital storytelling tools and audience engagement strategies.
Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
Commitment to ethical journalism and amplifying underrepresented voices in reporting.
Company
Global Press
Global Press exists to create a more just and informed world by employing local journalists to produce ethical, accurate news coverage from the world's least-covered places.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Cristi Hegranes
CEO & Publisher
Shanté Cosme
Chief Content Officer
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