The New York Times

Editor at Large, Opinion

New York, NY

Sponsorship not specified$160k-$180kDetected 1 day ago

Leadership

About the role

It's why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries.
It's why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination.

Manage and edit a portfolio of New York Times columnists, providing high-touch guidance on narrative arc, voice and argument
Partner across design, multimedia and audience teams to ensure that Opinion's most important work reaches its widest possible impact
Collaborate with senior leadership to set the strategic editorial direction for the department, anticipating major news cycles and cultural shifts
To keep our hiring process as fair and authentic as possible, we ask that you submit your own work and not use GenAI tools to generate substantive content during the application and interview process.

8+ years of experience in senior editorial roles at a major national publication
Proven ability to edit high-profile writers, columnists and public intellectuals with sensitivity and authority
Proven talent for transforming complex ideas into compelling, accessible, and urgent narratives
The New York Times Company will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

Sophisticated understanding of the digital media landscape and the evolving nature of opinion journalism
A robust network within the literary, academic and journalistic communities
Experience managing cross-functional teams
We're excited to learn more about you and your experience.
If you're an Engineering candidate, we'll let you know what specific GenAI tools you are permitted to use for your technical assessment.
The New York Times Company is committed to being the world's best source of independent, reliable and quality journalism.
To do so, we embrace a diverse workforce that has a broad range of backgrounds and experiences across our ranks, at all levels of the organization.
We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.

The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world.
And it's why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it's worth paying for.
The New York Times Opinion department is seeking a visionary, high-level editorial leader to join its ranks.
This is an in-office position, based in New York City and includes regular attendance in the office four days each week.
There may be some flexibility to work remotely per your departmental guidance.

For roles in the U.S., dependent on your role, you may be eligible for variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock.
$160,000 - $180,000 USD

For roles outside of the U.S., information on benefits will be provided during the interview process.

Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world

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Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email reasonable.accommodations@nytimes.com.
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The Company encourages those with criminal histories to apply, and will consider their applications in a manner consistent with applicable "Fair Chance" laws, including but not limited to the NYC Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act.

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