Mediaite is Hiring a Senior Editor

Mediaite is seeking an ambitious and energetic senior editor to to help lead our coverage of politics, media, entertainment, sports and everything in between. This editor will need to have the keen editorial judgment to understand what makes a Mediaite story. They will need to be just as comfortable editing a feature-length investigation on the media industry as they are handling breaking news at breakneck speed.

Mediaite editors also have the opportunity to write for the site. In the end, you are a media critic. You will be read by the most important people in media and politics.​

If you think you have what it takes and want to drive the news cycle, then we want to talk to you.

Requirements:

– An in-depth knowledge of the world of news, politics and media, including online personalities, major cable and broadcast networks, leading columnists, and general thought-leaders.

– Ability to find issues bubbling up in the conservative or liberal media world before they have been widely reported​.

– A clear understanding of how Twitter, Facebook, user-generated content, and viral videos are shaping the news cycle.

– Strong news judgment and an eye for underreported content and ideas. Can you find the nugget of interest that no one else has focused on?

– Ability to write an objective news article at one moment, and transition into writing an opinionated column the next.

— Ability to handle writing and editing a high volume of news stories — from breaking news to opinion pieces.

— Ability to manage the site in a fast-paced, clear-eyed, even-handed manner. Can you handle six things at once? Can you make sound editorial decisions in the blink of an eye?

Location:

– New York or Washington based is preferred but not required.

To Apply:

– Send us an email (jobs@mediaite.com) with your resume and cover letter explaining why you’re suited for the position. Please include links to articles you’ve written or edited.