Desk Editor Night Shift

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the night shift editorial team during major US political developments, including live events, White House briefings, Capitol Hill updates, and breaking news.
  

• Monitor news wires, livestreams, press briefings, and social media for real-time updates and emerging trends.
  

• Identify compelling story angles, including viral moments and newsworthy soundbites.
  

• Assign, review, and edit stories while ensuring clarity, accuracy, and speed.
  

• Coordinate closely with the social media team to ensure prompt publishing and scheduling.
  

• Mentor team members and help maintain a high standard of editorial quality.
  

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of newsroom experience, with a strong focus on political or hard news coverage.
  

• Prior experience working with tight deadlines in a real-time news environment.
  

• Experience in managing or mentoring editorial teams (even in a limited capacity).
  

• Deep familiarity with the US political system, major political figures, and current affairs.
  

• Strong command of grammar, news structure, and fact-checking practices.
  

• Ability to multitask and manage a live news desk under pressure.
  

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
  

• Experience in a digital-first newsroom or online publishing environment.
  

• Familiarity with using CMS platforms, live news dashboards, and social media tools.
  

• Comfortable working independently in a remote team and collaborating across time zones.
  

Perks & Benefits:

• Fully remote work setup
  

• Competitive compensation
  

• Opportunity to work on high-impact political coverage with a global audience
  

• Collaborative and fast-paced work culture