Editor, Economics & Equity
WNYC and Gothamist newsroom
The WNYC and Gothamist newsroom is seeking an ambitious, diligent and enterprising editor to lead our Economics & Equity team. This editor will oversee multiplatform journalists who cover issues directly related to affordability and quality of life in our area.
A strong editor candidate will have experience managing beat reporting in a daily newsroom and have the ability to translate complex topics into audience-first, accessible news and features for our digital, broadcast and podcast platforms. A proven track record of leadership, problem solving and collaboration is required.
This editor should be comfortable using data to find and shape stories that are informative and engaging in text and audio formats. Experience editing and managing both daily journalism and long-term enterprise reporting is a plus.
The Economic & Equity Editor is responsible for upholding the highest standards of journalistic quality and integrity, ensuring that WNYC’s journalism is engaging, timely, accurate, clear, thorough, fair and impactful.
This role reports to the Equity & Justice Senior Editor.
Responsibilities:
Operationalize an editorial vision for the Economic & Equity team’s journalism that attracts loyal and diverse audiences in digital, on-air, on-demand audio and social
Work with beat reporters coach and develop distinct coverage within the Economic & Equity beats
Hold all content to the highest journalistic standards – from breaking news to longform features
Create and execute team goals while mentoring, developing and coaching direct reports
Organize daily and long-term coverage planning that is communicated clearly and with intention
Collaborate with peers and partners across the organization, bringing visibility to daily coverage and contributing to major projects
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, creativity and innovation in storytelling
Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years professional journalism experience with experience on a beat or desk that covers issues related to the economy or affordability
Strong text and digital editing skills with additional editing experience in audio preferred.
Proven ability to lead, inspire, manage and deliver feedback to a team of reporters
People management experience
Proven ability to conceive and execute innovative approaches to storytelling with a demonstrated ability to see the story that’s going to engage readers and to anticipate reader interests
Demonstrated ability to hear constructive feedback and incorporate the feedback into the work
Deft writing and editing skills, including the ability to sharpen or rewrite copy with grammatical and style precision under deadline
Sophisticated communication skills, including oral, written, and public speaking
Deep commitment to accurate, ethical journalism; and impeccable journalistic integrity and judgment
Demonstrated knowledge of complex social and cultural issues
Self-starter with proven ability to meet deadlines and pay close attention to detail and fact-checking
Ability to manage several projects concurrently
Demonstrated commitment and ability to contribute an equity lens to every aspect of people development and management processes, and ability to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion competency in newsrooms
Additional Information
This is a full-time role with a salary range of $115,000-$130,000 per year (plus a full benefits package). Salary offered within this range is determined by skills, experience and organizational pay equity. New York Public Radio offers excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance, vacation, personal and sick time as well as parental leave.
This role is currently operating in a hybrid capacity, with the ability to sometimes work from home. However, this position is part of the NYC staff and will be expected to work from the NYC office on specified days with regularity.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
New York Public Radio is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We continuously strive to place our employees at the center of our thinking and elevate inclusive practices to develop and support a more engaged and productive workforce. Our journalism and operations in the service of that journalism benefit from a broad range of perspectives, from all backgrounds, at all levels of the organization. Diversity is essential to honest, authentic, accurate storytelling and reportage; creating an institution in which all voices are encouraged, valued, and heard.
Equal Opportunity
New York Public Radio is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving the goal of equal employment opportunity for all. Applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions without regard to mental or physical disability, race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship status, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, employment status or any protected federal, state or local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
