Copy Editor

The Washington Examiner
Washington, DC, US
$50K a year
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

The Washington Examiner is a political news organization based in Washington, D.C. We are looking to hire a digital-savvy, driven journalist to join our team as a Copy Editor.

  • Responsibilities for this position include copy editing stories, including news and opinion, for accuracy and grammar; utilizing the newsroom CMS to format stories, including the addition of graphics, pictures, video, and meta tags;
  • managing breaking news alerts across multiple platforms, including browser, app, and email. Requirements for this position include experience in an online newsroom;
  • sound news judgment and a cool head under time pressure; at least two years’ experience managing or producing content as part of a news organization;

comfort embracing emerging storytelling techniques and technologies. The successful candidate should embrace working for a politics-focused news outlet in the nation’s capital, as well as have ideas on what the future of online news looks like.

The role is primarily Monday to Friday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m., but may vary from time to time, with some weekend coverage. Applicants will be expected to complete a copy-editing exam.

Required Experience and Skills :

  • A minimum of 2 years' experience in digital news editing and / or production.
  • Keen eye for and attention to detail and accuracy
  • Knowledge of AP style

Work Environment :

  • Dynamic newsroom atmosphere
  • Walking distance to Metro
  • In building gym facilities
  • Business casual dress
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Flexible hours to promote work-life balance.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $50,000

Benefits : 401(K)

401(K)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Schedule : 40-hrs week - Monday-Friday, approximately 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Company Description

MediaDC publishes The Washington Examiner, a weekly news magazine in print and digital format. A top-tier media company with a strong and growing national and international audience.

Company Description

MediaDC publishes The Washington Examiner, a weekly news magazine in print and digital format. A top-tier media company with a strong and growing national and international audience.

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