Associate Editor, Breaking News

The big picture: Axios is looking for a talented early-career editor to help steer breaking news coverage across Axios.com four evenings a week and on Saturday.

Between the lines: Ideal candidates will embody an entrepreneurial spirit, a passion for Axios’ mission and have the following skills:

Experience assisting or leading a breaking news desk, assigning stories and ensuring quality reporting and editing
Experience identifying the most urgent news on the web as it emerges, moving quickly to turn around coverage while coordinating with the newsroom's topical experts
Familiarity with the competitive breaking news space on the web, including experience writing sharp headlines built for social media and SEO
Experience with alerting news for app, email and social audiences
Proven attention to detail on fact checking and copy editing
Positive attitude and ability to thrive in fast-twitch, high pressure news environments
Comfort with newsroom workflow tools and real-time analytics
Willingness to work the following schedule: Noon to 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday through Friday and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday.
Exceptional verbal communication and collaboration skills, especially in a remote-centric environment

Don’t forget:

Competitive salary
Health insurance (100% paid for individuals, 75% for families)
Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
401K
Generous vacation policy, plus company holidays
A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture
Annual learning and development stipend

Additional pandemic-related benefits:

One mental health day per quarter
$100 monthly work-from-home stipend
Tele-mental health services
OneMedical membership, including tele-health services
Increased work flexibility for parents and caretakers
Access to the Axios “Family Fund,” which was created to allow employees to request financial support when facing financial hardship or emergencies
Classpass discount
Virtual company-sponsored social events

Starting salary for this role is in the range of $77,000 - $86,000 and is dependent on numerous factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, and skills. This range does not include other compensation benefits.