New York Post
Politics Editor, The California Post (Sacramento Based)
New York Post, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Job Description
The New York Post is heading West – and this is your chance to be a part of history as we open a brand-new newsroom and make a significant investment in Los Angeles. The California Post will be a game changer, putting the people of the Golden State first and holding the powerful to account across digital platforms and print. This is a unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: The California Post will bring The New York Post’s DNA of powerful, agenda‑setting journalism to the West Coast and be a fresh and fearless voice for common sense. Our focus will also go well beyond hard‑hitting news and iconoclastic opinion. The nationally recognized Page Six will bring its sassy and brassy attitude directly to the entertainment capital of the world. The California Post Sports department will deliver muscular coverage of the biggest teams in town, from the locker room to the front office. Our Tech team will reveal the latest innovators and innovations that will shape the nation’s future. Los Angeles is one of the great cities of the world, and it’s time L.A. – and California at large – had a bold, new voice. The California Post will be that voice. California, here we come!
State Politics Editor
– Based in Sacramento and reporting directly to the News Editor. This role demands deep knowledge of California politics, a robust network of top‑tier political contacts, and an unwavering commitment to holding those in power accountable.
Note: This role will be expected to be based out of Sacramento.
Pay Range: $100,000 — $150,000
Application Instructions Applicants should submit a cover letter or a short video cover letter. If submitting a video, include a link to the video in your cover letter or as part of an additional document. We do not accept direct video file uploads.
Responsibilities
Lead the California Post’s political coverage with agenda‑setting reporting, exclusives, and analysis.
Serve as the newsroom’s subject‑matter expert on California politics, maintaining deep knowledge of state and city issues.
Build and sustain a wide‑ranging network of political contacts to break stories and uncover new angles.
Commission, edit, and produce high‑quality content across print, digital, and multimedia platforms.
Mentor and lead political reporters in producing breaking news and fast‑turnaround stories, as well as developing longer‑term investigative projects.
Work closely with the News Editor, Editor‑in‑Chief, and reporting teams in Sacramento and Los Angeles to deliver impactful coverage.
Exercise sharp editorial judgment to prioritize stories, balancing exclusives, daily news, and long‑form analysis.
Ensure political reporting is accessible and engaging to diverse audiences, tailoring style and tone appropriately.
Collaborate with digital and audience teams to amplify political coverage across social, video, audio, and emerging platforms.
Represent the California Post publicly as a thought leader in political journalism when appropriate.
Requirements
Deep expertise in California politics, with an unparalleled record of breaking significant political stories.
Strong, well‑established network of political contacts and the drive to continuously expand it.
Proven ability to set the political news agenda through exclusives and incisive analysis.
Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to manage and collaborate with a team of reporters.
Exceptional editorial judgment and instincts to identify the stories that matter most.
Skilled in writing, editing, and commissioning across platforms, with a strong grasp of audience engagement strategies.
Comfort working in both fast‑paced daily news environments and on longer‑term investigative pieces.
High level of self‑motivation, commitment to teamwork, and ability to succeed in a competitive media landscape.
Proficiency with digital publishing systems and familiarity with multimedia formats (social, video, audio) to maximize reach.
Equal Opportunity Employer As an equal‑opportunity employer, the New York Post does not discriminate in hiring or the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The New York Post will consider the provision of reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants to enable them to participate in our application process and to effectively perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would impose an undue financial or operational hardship. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets.
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State Politics Editor
– Based in Sacramento and reporting directly to the News Editor. This role demands deep knowledge of California politics, a robust network of top‑tier political contacts, and an unwavering commitment to holding those in power accountable.
Note: This role will be expected to be based out of Sacramento.
Pay Range: $100,000 — $150,000
Application Instructions Applicants should submit a cover letter or a short video cover letter. If submitting a video, include a link to the video in your cover letter or as part of an additional document. We do not accept direct video file uploads.
Responsibilities
Lead the California Post’s political coverage with agenda‑setting reporting, exclusives, and analysis.
Serve as the newsroom’s subject‑matter expert on California politics, maintaining deep knowledge of state and city issues.
Build and sustain a wide‑ranging network of political contacts to break stories and uncover new angles.
Commission, edit, and produce high‑quality content across print, digital, and multimedia platforms.
Mentor and lead political reporters in producing breaking news and fast‑turnaround stories, as well as developing longer‑term investigative projects.
Work closely with the News Editor, Editor‑in‑Chief, and reporting teams in Sacramento and Los Angeles to deliver impactful coverage.
Exercise sharp editorial judgment to prioritize stories, balancing exclusives, daily news, and long‑form analysis.
Ensure political reporting is accessible and engaging to diverse audiences, tailoring style and tone appropriately.
Collaborate with digital and audience teams to amplify political coverage across social, video, audio, and emerging platforms.
Represent the California Post publicly as a thought leader in political journalism when appropriate.
Requirements
Deep expertise in California politics, with an unparalleled record of breaking significant political stories.
Strong, well‑established network of political contacts and the drive to continuously expand it.
Proven ability to set the political news agenda through exclusives and incisive analysis.
Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to manage and collaborate with a team of reporters.
Exceptional editorial judgment and instincts to identify the stories that matter most.
Skilled in writing, editing, and commissioning across platforms, with a strong grasp of audience engagement strategies.
Comfort working in both fast‑paced daily news environments and on longer‑term investigative pieces.
High level of self‑motivation, commitment to teamwork, and ability to succeed in a competitive media landscape.
Proficiency with digital publishing systems and familiarity with multimedia formats (social, video, audio) to maximize reach.
Equal Opportunity Employer As an equal‑opportunity employer, the New York Post does not discriminate in hiring or the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The New York Post will consider the provision of reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants to enable them to participate in our application process and to effectively perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would impose an undue financial or operational hardship. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets.
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