Feb 20, 2023
The position of Editor is open. This is a full-time position that reports to our chief operating officer and managing editor. The Editor's main duty will be to edit commentary pieces that are the length of a newspaper and, where necessary, longer-form content like book reviews and interviews. The Editor may occasionally be tasked with editing and curating features on the PS website and newsletters in addition to creating headlines, taglines, brief summaries, and social media postings.
Editing 800-1,000-word commentaries and, on occasion, longer-form content
Writing headlines and social media posts for edited commentaries
Evaluating and managing unsolicited submissions
Assisting with some (minor) website administration and curation of editorial features
Occasional editing, curation, and production of editorial newsletters
Other editorial tasks as needed
Bachelor’s degree
Excellent writing ability (US English at a native level of proficiency)
Demonstrated interest in, and understanding of, opinion journalism
Strong knowledge of, and curiosity about, world affairs, economics, and public policy
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, news-driven environment
Flexible schedule
4+ years of journalism experience in an editing capacity
Experience with a CMS and email marketing client (e.g., Mailchimp)
Social media fluency
Full-time position
Remote work
Competitive salary
Dynamic organization
To apply, interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and writing sample to careers@project-syndicate.org.
All submissions must be in English. Submissions without a cover letter will not be considered.