Deputy editor, USLocation:New YorkDepartment:The Times & The Sunday TimesSalary Details:Not SpecifiedAdvertising End Date:16 Feb 2025Job DescriptionRole: Deputy editor, US, The Times and Sunday TimesLocation: New YorkReporting to: US Editor, The Times and Sunday TimesThe Times and Sunday Times are hiring a Deputy editor, US, to work closely with the US editor and lead and grow our team in America.Key Accountabilities:
To assist the US editor with leading our US team, publishing US-focused stories and curating the best of the Times and Sunday Times globally for American audiences
Assist with the daily publishing operation,regularly presenting at the daily editorial conference andliaising with our team of correspondents and UK desks to agree daily coverage plans
Work with editors, writers and reporters to conceive, commission and edit exclusive agenda-setting US content for a digital audience
Deputise for the US editor and help to lead our content and audience strategy, working closely with the UK to adhere to overall strategy tailored to US market
Use audience data to help guide commissioning and forward planning
Work closely with the US editor on the launch of other digital products to grow audience e.g. newsletter, podcast
Help to lead and manage the team, develop talent and support progression
Key Skills and Experience:
Reporting or editing at a national news organisation
Subject matter expertise: US news and politics, business, tech, society
Strong grasp of digital publishing, including search, social, video, graphics
Experience of staff management
Proven track record of collaborative working
Persuasive presentation skills, well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to problem-solve
A strong understanding of editorial compliance and regulatory issues
