Entertainment Editor

The New York Post delivers the best in News, Sports, Lifestyle and Entertainment with signature wit, irreverence and authority, averaging 90 million unique viewers a month. Over the past 220 years, The Post has evolved into a multi-platform media group spanning print, digital, video, TV, podcasts and commerce.

The New York Post is seeking a full-time Entertainment Editor plugged into the industry’s pulse — with an eye for jaw-dropping showbiz scoops. This ideal candidate must be a self-starter with excellent contacts and a hyper-awareness of what’s next in TV, film, music, theater and celebrity news (with a touch of informed gossip in the mix, of course).

Responsibilities:

Assign, edit and publish breaking entertainment news in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Guide articles of varying lengths written by a growing team of senior critics, feature writers and general assignment reporters

Lead a department breaking exclusives on competitive beats

Help staff develop sources and cultivate contacts

Generate a continuous stream of content with timely news pegs and fresh, eye-catching angles

Spearhead compelling, informative, well-sourced, accurate copy

Use metrics to make informed decisions about coverage in order to grow readership

The ideal candidate will have:

A minimum of 5 years’ experience as an editor at a breaking news outlet

Experience managing a team

Proficiency in WordPress or similar CMS, Photoshop and web analytics preferred

Willingness to work nights and weekends when required, especially for leading tentpole coverage such as: Oscars, Grammys, Super Bowl halftime show, etc.

Note: The NY Post has returned to office in a hybrid model.

Salary Range: $75,000 – $170,000