Quick Take: Axios is a thriving, fast-growing media organization dedicated to providing trustworthy, award-winning news in an audience-first format. As we continue to build out our local operation, with reporting teams and newsletters in 30 cities, we are looking for an editor who can lead coverage in one of our biggest markets. 

Why it Matters: This editor will work with Local Reporters in Washington, D.C., plus possibly another city in the Northeast, and senior newsroom leadership to guide Axios’ coverage of local news, connecting the dots between local, national, and global developments to make readers aware of the narratives shaping their lives in their local communities.

Go Deeper: We are looking for someone who cares deeply about the future of local news, is obsessed with innovative new ways to reimagine it, and skilled in execution to support this venture with the following responsibilities:

  • Oversee the production of daily local news coverage in select markets, specifically Axios Local’s newsletters
  • Work closely with  Axios editorial leadership to adapt Axios’ “Smart Brevity” style to local news, shape how the Local product evolves, and develop synergy between local and national coverage
  • Edit the work of a group of local journalists
  • Curate local news coverage to write screens and stories in partnership with Local Reporters when needed 
  • Help conceive larger data-driven and analytical stories that are relevant at the local level with connections to national stories of importance
  • Assist with research on important topics, events, and trends driving the conversation in select local markets

The Details: Ideal candidates will embody an entrepreneurial spirit and passion for Axios’ mission and have the following skills:

  • Editing experience in a fast-paced news environment
  • Experience editing daily newsletters is a plus
  • Experience reporting on a wide range of topics
  • Exceptionally collaborative with experience working across teams to produce quality content
  • Demonstrated knowledge of digital and social media landscape
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Ability to assign and manage multiple stories at once

Don’t forget: 

  • Competitive salary
  • Health insurance (100% paid for individuals, 75% for families)
  • Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
  • 401K
  • Generous vacation policy, plus company holidays
  • A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture
  • Annual learning and development stipend

Additional pandemic-related benefits:

  • One mental health day per quarter
  • $100 monthly work-from-home stipend
  • Tele-mental health services 
  • OneMedical membership, including tele-health services 
  • Increased work flexibility for parents and caretakers 
  • Access to the Axios “Family Fund,” which was created to allow employees to request financial support when facing financial hardship or emergencies 
  • Classpass discount
  • Virtual company-sponsored social events

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