Managing Editor (Remote)

From cable news studios to the latest White House press briefing, Mediaite is a trusted source for news at the intersection of media and politics. Founded in 2009 by Dan Abrams, Mediaite has grown into a go-to news site for media and politics obsessives, with tens of millions of monthly readers.

Mediaite is seeking an ambitious and experienced Managing Editor 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. The ideal candidate is a highly-motivated journalist with experience editing and writing. They will bring a strong sense of news and leadership to our coverage, while helping to manage our growing stable of writers and editors. If you think you have what it takes to drive the news cycle, we want to talk to you.

Requirements:

– Experience managing a team and editing news in a fast-paced environment.

– A strong grasp of what Mediaite does and what our audience is interested in.

– 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.

– 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 handle a high-volume of news stories — from breaking news to opinion pieces — moving quickly and decisively while maintaining high editorial standards.

— 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?

To Apply:

– Please send us an email to jobs@mediaite.com including the following:

A resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re suited for the position.