Editor, Times Licensing

Editor, New York Times Licensing – New York, NY
New York Times Licensing, the division that manages the distribution of journalism from The New York Times and other content providers around the world, is looking for an editor for its licensing editorial team.

The team is responsible for commissioning, editing, curating and packaging articles that make up various licensed products and services. They edit, repackage or abridge a wide range of columns, news stories and in‑depth features to meet the needs of syndication clients. In addition, the team contributes to the creation, editing and distribution of bespoke publications and special series featuring essays by international contributors.

• Handle in‑depth editing and abridgments of long‑form magazine articles
• Act as lead editor and main contact for at least one major service, coordinating with the art, sales, marketing, editorial development and operations departments as necessary
• Pitch and curate bespoke content packages for syndication clients
• Maintain and foster working relationships across the division, as well as with content providers
• Commission, backfield and edit essays for special collections
• Slotting (second read) articles as required
• Assign and edit the work of freelance writers
• Ensure that product and services descriptions and workflows are up to date
• Assist in training of all new hires and interns
• Provide editorial assistance on all projects from the editorial development team
• Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world
• Report to the Assistant Managing Editor, Syndicate

• 5+ years of high‑level editing and/or journalism experience
• Bachelor’s degree, preferable in communications or journalism
• Strong writing and editing skills

• Comfortable working in both the editorial and business spaces
• A resourceful, organized and creative self‑starter who collaborates well and can prioritize flexibility
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
• Experience researching resources, troubleshooting and solving problems creatively
• Ability to embrace change, shift priorities quickly and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Knowledge of AP style, knowledge of Times style
• Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, or Chinese
• Avid consumer of all media and a passion for The New York Times brand

• Location:
  
  New York City, NY (in‑office, four days per week; remote flexibility per department guidance)
• Compensation: $70,000 – $80,000 USD per year
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time, Mid‑Senior level

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