News Editor at Newsweek

Newsweek is seeking a News Editor to contribute to its U.S. news coverage. The News Editor will be responsible for various aspects of digital news production, including writing, editing, and publishing stories and live blogs. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced newsroom environment and a strong understanding of media law. They should be familiar with US news, politics and culture.

This role involves:

• Implementing performance goals for the editorial team
• Conducting performance evaluations and providing feedback
• Developing and implementing performance improvement plans
• Monitoring key performance indicators
• Collaborating with other departments
• Providing mentorship and professional development
• Addressing performance issues
• Supporting editorial leadership
• Ensuring adherence to ethical and journalistic standards
• Conducting training for staff on newsroom tools

Requirements:

• Several years of editing and reporting experience
• Experience managing teams and conducting performance reviews
• Strong US news judgment
• Ability to produce and edit content quickly
• Organization and planning skills
• Knowledge of digital tools and IT tools
• Ability to work flexible hours

Newsweek offers:

• Ability to work remotely within the UK
• Full-time role
• Opportunity to work for a global media organization