Cockburn Editor

Job Description

Job Description

Join The Spectator ’s expanding team as the Cockburn editor and work with the best journalists, authors, critics and cartoonists since 1828.

You will help edit The Spectator ’s DC society and gossip coverage in the United States, reporting on the major political stories of the day. You will work closely with the US editor and deputy US editor to cover the Trump administration, Congress and political events across the country, including gathering exclusive content and breaking stories of your own.

The Spectator is the world’s oldest weekly magazine, and there’s never been a better time to join us. This role is full-time is based in Washington, DC.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have :

• At least two years’ experience working at a newspaper, magazine or online media outlet
• Excellent commissioning and editing skills
• Experience in promoting articles on social media
• Willingness to be flexible and responsive to fast-moving events
• An understanding of The Spectator ’s brand and style
• A strong understanding of Washington, DC and it’s social gatherings

The ideal candidate will be expected to :

Salary dependent on experience.

Please email your cover letter, résumé and the task below to jobs@thespectator.com. Early applications will be prioritized.