Managing Editor, Arizona

We’re hiring a

Managing Editor, Arizona

— and this is not your typical newsroom role.

At State Affairs, we’re building the nation’s leading platform for state government news and policy intelligence. That means real impact: Informing the people who shape laws, decisions and the future of entire states.

If you’re a sharp editor with a passion for politics, policy and storytelling, this is your chance to:

Lead coverage at the Arizona Statehouse

Shape high-impact journalism that decision‑makers rely on

Work at the intersection of reporting, data and AI‑driven insights

Help build something category‑defining from the ground up

We’re looking for someone who can edit, report, mentor and think strategically — someone who thrives on deadlines, elevates stories and isn’t afraid to dig deep into how government really works.

Position: Phoenix-based | In-office at the Capitol

Salary: $85K–$125K + benefits

Essential Qualifications for this position include:

7+ years of professional work experience as a reporter or editor

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, or related field

Prior professional work experience leading a team

Knowledge of digital literacy and multimedia platforms and methods

Knowledge of data‑based reporting

Ability to meet deadline

Ability to adhere to the journalism code of ethics

Ability to be persistent in conducting research

Ability to edit stories, graphics, pull quotes, info boxes, etc. for content, errors and libel, taking into consideration AP style and the in‑house style guide

Ability to analyze and interpret metrics and use them to inform coverage decisions in real‑time and the long‑term

Ability to communicate quickly and effectively with reporters to break news online and follow up when appropriate with more in‑depth enterprise pieces.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications for this position include:

Prior professional work experience in government reporting

Prior professional work experience in a start‑up organization

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