Overview
The Climate desk is seeking a veteran journalist to help lead climate coverage. The deputy will work closely with reporters in New York and Washington to conceive, shape and drive coverage of climate and environmental policies and politics and how they impact the nation and the world. This deputy position focuses on breaking news and ambitious enterprise stories. Candidates should have extensive experience editing news, enterprise, explanatory and investigative stories. Candidates should have strong line editing skills with an ability to improve and elevate every story. The Climate Desk is a highly collaborative team; editors and reporters work closely together to experiment with new storytelling forms that resonate with readers. In partnership with the Desk Head, the deputy will support team development, culture, and morale and be accountable for the success and development of writers and editors. The deputy is calm under pressure and has excellent news judgment and diplomatic skills.
Reward
This is a hybrid position and includes regular attendance in a New York Times office each week as established by your departmental guidance. The annual base pay range for this role is between: $150,000 - $175,000 USD.
Eligibility
5+ years of experience as an editor including breaking news and ambitious enterprise stories. A mastery of the kind of sweep and authority that sets The Times apart. Strong news judgment, quick decision making and ability to assign stories and direct coverage. A passion for storytelling and a desire to deploy new storytelling forms. Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills and an eagerness to coach and support colleagues. Experience managing complicated and large projects. An ability to think creatively about how to solve unexpected newsroom staffing issues. A good bedside manner that brings out the best in reporters.
Application Requirements
Resume. Work samples. Cover letter.
