About The Role
Slate is hiring a politics editor to help drive the magazine's coverage of the second Trump administration and the country under it.
We're looking for an editor with loads of energy and clear ideas for how to cover this era and, eventually, its aftermath.
We're looking for someone with a strong background covering Washington and politics around the country, and ideas for how to work in tandem with our exceptional jurisprudence team.
The preference for this position is to be based in Washington, D.C., although exceptional New York–based or remote candidates may be considered.
Key Responsibilities
Finding distinct ways for Slate's politics writers to cover the news, including through analysis and reportingPlanning and executing ambitious editorial projects, including features and packagesCollaborating and coordinating with other Slate editorsMotivating and providing support for a team of talented writersGiving Slate's audience the smartest possible ways to think about and understand the world, drawing on our strength as a general-interest magazineRequirements
Tons of ideas, including the ability to quickly find the most illuminating kernel in any news storyAt least 7 years' experience working as an editor, with some (if not most) focusing on politicsThe ability to edit for voice, and a track record of eliciting great work from young talent and more established writers, including freelancersA desire to work at a fast pace, and strong organizational, management, and communication skillsEnthusiasm for finding unique ways to look at the news and a strong understanding of SlateSlate offers a comprehensive benefits program that gives eligible employees the flexibility to choose the right benefits for themselves and their families.
There are three subsidized medical plans and two dental plans, provided by Aetna, which can be paired with flexible spending accounts.
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