News Editor

Newsweek is seeking a News Editor to lead its U.S. newsroom, responsible for setting the editorial bar and enforcing it relentlessly. The role demands editors who can run a national news desk at full throttle, making high-stakes editorial decisions in real time.

Requirements

• 7–10+ years of experience at a high-level U.S. digital newsroom
• Demonstrated record editing breaking news, exclusives, and enterprise reporting at speed
• Exceptional news judgment
• First-rate rewriting skills
• Comfortable making consequential editorial decisions independently
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and legally complex stories
• Deep understanding of U.S. political, legal, and cultural dynamics
• Calm, decisive leadership style under pressure

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance