BuzzFeed
HuffPost is a subsidiary of BuzzFeed, Inc.
As part of our esteemed organization, HuffPost is a leading source of award-winning news and commentary for the most diverse and connected generation ever— with reporting spanning across politics, lifestyle, entertainment and more. HuffPost believes in putting people before power and telling the stories that too often go unheard, from the voices that matter.
Business Area: Content
Job Category: HuffPost
Salary: $170,000.00 - $225,000.00 USD
Union Status: Non-Union
BuzzFeed Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We reserve the ability to adjust the final compensation for this role based on the final candidate's experience, skillset, certifications, and geography.
The Role
HuffPost is seeking an exceptional newsroom leader and gifted editor to oversee and elevate HuffPost’s news coverage. This is a demanding, high-level position responsible for directing dozens of reporters and editors -- and, ultimately, delighting and informing our millions of avid readers.
The ideal applicant possesses the drive and judgment to ensure HuffPost is on top of the biggest news stories each day and a fast, brilliant editorial mind for agenda-setting coverage. The Head of News must be both a shrewd editorial strategist who positions HuffPost’s journalists for long-term success and an in-the-weeds operator who edits and assigns stories on a daily basis.
HuffPost has one of the largest news audiences in the United States. Our readers come to us for pointed, direct and honest reporting about the day’s biggest stories, with a particular emphasis on politics. The Head of News is tasked with serving (and growing!) this audience with sharp, can’t-miss coverage — scoops that attract attention, revelatory reporting that gets under the skin of the powerful, and fun, knowing daily news stories.
This is preferably an NYC-based role, but DC-based candidates are also encouraged to apply.
You Will
Be responsible for HuffPost’s news coverage, setting day-to-day and long-term reporting priorities
Direct numerous reporting teams and oversee dozens of reporters and editors
Ensure that HuffPost’s original reporting stands out in a highly competitive media environment
Lead editorial meetings
Assign and edit stories, from time-sensitive breaking news to deeply reported, complex features
Help to shape HuffPost’s newsroom culture
Lead both irresistible, tabloid-style coverage and ambitious investigations
Be a diligent and driven newsroom leader, eager to step in during off hours when big news breaks or critical work needs attention
Serve as a trusted journalistic guide and resource for everyone at HuffPost
Part of what makes BuzzFeed a pioneer in digital media is our commitment to exploring new ventures that lead to spreading truth and joy. As such, you may be asked to share your knowledge with your colleagues through presentations or trainings, to screen and interview job candidates, or to take part in recruitment or networking events on behalf of the company.
You Have
At least 15 years of newsroom experience, including significant work in managerial and high-level leadership, with substantial time in digital news
A proven track record of writing, assigning or directing standout news coverage, including widely read scoops and unique coverage angles that break through
Exceptional news judgment and journalistic rigor
An impeccable sense of how to assign and frame stories that set the day’s agenda and provoke the powerful
Top-notch story editing skills
Strong organizational talents
Deep interest in political news, ideally with extensive political contacts
Well-rounded news interest and knowledge; be able to drive coverage in a wide range of beats/areas
A demonstrated record of mentoring journalists and guiding them to notable accomplishments; ideally past experience as an accomplished reporter
A tremendous passion for news -- someone excited every day to push this newsroom to do its best work
Life at BuzzFeed, Inc.
We celebrate inclusion and are committed to equal-opportunity employment. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category.
You can expect:
A supportive, inclusive atmosphere on a team that values your contributions.
Opportunities for personal and professional growth through work experience, offerings from our in-house Learning Team, our Employee Resource Groups, and more.
An attractive and equitable compensation package, including salary.
A well-rounded benefits program featuring paid time off, unlimited sick time, comprehensive medical benefits, a family leave policy, access to mental health platforms, retirement plans, health and wellness discounts, and much more.
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In Summary: The Head of News is responsible for HuffPost’s news coverage, setting day-to-day and long-term reporting priorities . The ideal applicant possesses the drive and judgment to ensure HuffPost is on top of the biggest news stories each day and a fast, brilliant editorial mind for agenda-setting coverage .
En Español: HuffPost es una subsidiaria de BuzzFeed, Inc. Como parte de nuestra estimada organización, Huffpost es una fuente líder de noticias y comentarios galardonados para la generación más diversa y conectada de todos los tiempos con informes que abarcan política, estilo de vida, entretenimiento y mucho más. Huff Post cree en poner a las personas antes del poder y contar historias que a menudo no se escuchan, desde las voces que importan. Área de Negocio: Categoría de Trabajo de Contenido: HaffPost Salario: $ 170,000.00 - $ 225,000.00 USD Estatus de Unión: No-Unión Buzzfeed Inc. Se compromete a prácticas de compensación justas y equitativas. Nos reservamos la capacidad de ajustar la compensación final por este papel basado en la experiencia, habilidad, certificaciones y geografía del candidato final. Los periodistas de RoleffPost buscan un editor excepcional que sea el máximo responsable de las historias editoriales y debe ascender al nivel editorial. Nuestros lectores vienen a nosotros para informar de manera directa y honesta sobre las historias más importantes del día, con un énfasis particular en la política. El Jefe de Noticias tiene la tarea de servir (y crecer!) a esta audiencia con una cobertura aguda que no puede perderse escopes que atraigan atención, informes reveladores que se ponen bajo la piel de los poderosos y divertidos, conociendo noticias diarias. Este es preferiblemente un papel basado en NYC, pero también se alienta a los candidatos basados en DC a solicitarlo. Serás responsable de la cobertura de noticias de HuffPost, fijando las prioridades cotidianas y de comunicación a largo plazo de numerosos equipos de reporting Direct Post y supervisando docenas de periodistas y editores Asegúrate que el reportaje original de BuzzPost sobresale en un entorno periodístico muy competitivo como las reuniones editorial y la edición de cuentas. Como tal, se le puede pedir que comparta su conocimiento con sus colegas a través de presentaciones o capacitaciones, para examinar e entrevistar candidatos de trabajo o participar en eventos de reclutamiento o networking en nombre de la compañía. Tiene al menos 15 años de experiencia en redacción, incluido un importante trabajo en liderazgo directivo y de alto nivel, con tiempo sustancial en noticias digitales Un historial comprobado de escritura, asignación o dirección de cobertura de noticias destacadas, incluyendo escuchas ampliamente leídas y ángulos únicos de cobertura que rompen el juicio excepcional sobre las noticias y rigor periodístico Una sensación impecable de cómo asignar y contar historias que establecen los días y provocan las habilidades poderosas de edición de una historia Fortes habilidades organizacionales Interés profundo por las noticias políticas, idealmente con contactos políticos amplio Conocimiento bien fundados y interés mental; estar comprometidos a cubrir una amplia gama de oportunidades de trabajo/Features Newsroom Inc., estamos orgullosos de impulsar a cada persona como periodista de actualidad a lograrse lo mejor posible: Todos los solicitantes calificados recibirán consideración para el empleo sin importar, y no serán discriminados en función de la edad, raza, género, color, religión, origen nacional, orientación sexual, identidad de sexo, estatus de veterano, discapacidad o cualquier otra categoría protegida. Puede esperar: Un ambiente de apoyo e inclusivo en un equipo que valora sus contribuciones. Oportunidades de crecimiento personal y profesional a través de experiencia laboral, ofertas de nuestro Equipo de Aprendizaje interno, nuestros Grupos de Recursos del Empleado, etc.