Deputy Newsdesk Editor, Axios

We are looking for a Deputy Newsdesk Editor to help us manage our news desk and build the next great media company!

Are you passionate about journalism and eager to shape the future of news? Are you excited by the opportunity to build something from the ground up? Do you like to work fast while collaborating with a team? Are you positive, energetic and hard-working? Do you have a passion for managing and developing others? Do you want to help us fix what’s broken in media?

Responsibilities:

-You will assist our Newsdesk Editor in managing the newsdesk team
-Assist with the following: assigning stories; editing copy; writing strong headlines; selecting featured images; pushing reporters on pace, length and quality; promoting stories on social platforms

Qualifications:

-At least one year in a full-time editing role, or 2 years reporting experience
-Demonstrated interest in news and the evolution of the media industry
-Ability to write clearly, cleanly and quickly
-Positive attitude and ability to thrive in high pressure news environment
-Desire to learn new skills and grow professionally
-Flexible to work outside traditional schedule

How to apply:

https://boards.greenhouse.io/axios/jobs/564451#.WJ3fjz4rL7c