Copy Editor, Magazine

Title: Copy Editor, Magazine

Location: New York, NY

Job Description:

The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for. 

About the Role:

The New York Times Magazine is looking for a versatile, multifaceted Copy Editor to join our team at a moment of change to play an important role in the evolution of the magazine’s editorial process into distinct digital and print workflows. 

You are an editor experienced in both print and digital media, with a strong working knowledge of A.P. and New York Times style. You read critically and with curiosity and attention to detail. You have an ear for copy that sings, as well as copy that needs a little untangling. You are collaborative and collegial while working in cooperation with several departments to hone some of the world’s finest longform journalism. The ability to work on (and meet!) deadlines is a must, as is the flexibility to work late as needed.

This is an in-office position, based in New York City, and includes regular attendance in the office up to four days each week. There may be some flexibility to work remotely per your departmental guidance.

Responsibilities:

• Proof-read articles between 1,000 and 10,000 words on a wide array of subjects, not just for spelling and grammar, but also for clarity, factualness and New York Times style and standards.


• Work on multiple articles at once through several rounds of heavy editing involving several top editors.


• Edit text and write captions for articles with digital and print trajectories, and understand their respective qualities and procedures, often simultaneously in Oak and InCopy K4.


• Write print display and finalize print presentations for articles that have been published online.


• Work in partnership with story editors, designers, photo editors, researchers and production staff.


• Proofread social media posts, display type, newsletters, reporter threads and article takeaways, as well as any number of associated elements to our report.


• 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.


• You will report to the Copy Chief of The New York Times Sunday Magazine.

 

Basic Qualifications:

• Five or more years of editorial experience, with a mix of digital and print.


• A firm understanding of today's digital and print environment.


• Familiarity with New York Times and Associated Press style.


• Excellent editorial judgment and attention to detail.


• Experience working on deadline, both self-imposed and scheduled.


• Experience prioritizing and handling multiple projects at various stages of production.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience at a weekly magazine.


• Experience with Oak and InCopy K4.


• A congenial, collaborative approach in making and taking suggestions.


• The confidence to problem-solve independently and to ask for guidance when needed. 

 

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The annual base pay range for this role is between:

$113,945.85—$115,000 USD

The New York Times Company is committed to being the world’s best source of independent, reliable and quality journalism. To do so, we embrace a diverse workforce that has a broad range of backgrounds and experiences across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. We encourage people from all  backgrounds to apply.

We are  an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.  The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)’s Know Your Rights Poster is available here. 

The Company encourages those with criminal histories to apply, and will consider their applications in a manner consistent with applicable "Fair Chance" laws, including but not limited to the NYC Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act.

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