News Service Night Editor, West Coast

The Washington Post is looking for a dynamic multiplatform editor based on the West Coast to join its Multiplatform Editing Desk and News Service, The Post’s wire service in partnership with Bloomberg News. Candidates must have strong news judgment, a command of language and style, and sharp multitasking skills. This multiplatform editor will edit news and feature stories, in addition to selecting and clearing stories and images for News Service distribution and communicating with clients. Our desk handles copy in a rapidly evolving newsroom, so a desire to learn and an ability to master new skills are essential. This multiplatform editor must be a critical thinker who is comfortable juggling many tasks and switching gears with ease. This person must be a self-starter, able to work independently and prioritize tasks in real time; work quickly without sacrificing quality; and communicate collegially and effectively across a large, fast-paced global newsroom. Candidates should have at least three years of editing experience at a mid-to-large-market news organization or a digital outlet with a commitment to strong journalism. This position is remote from the West Coast and will require night and weekend hours – typically 2 to 10 p.m. Pacific time, Tuesday through Saturday. Experience with sports copy editing is ideal but not essential. A copy-editing test will be required.