Page Six Editor (Temporary)

Responsibilities

• Assign and edit multiple stories daily from a team of writers and reporters, ensuring accuracy, voice, and quality standards are met.
• Write daily SEO-optimized news stories with speed, efficiency, and clean, engaging copy.
• Approach the daily entertainment news cycle strategically, pitching ideas that advance stories and keep coverage competitive.
• Exercise strong editorial judgment and operate independently, confidently making decisions in a fast-paced environment, particularly during evening hours.
• Leverage traffic analytics (Google Analytics, Parse.ly, etc.) to inform coverage decisions and evaluate content performance.
• Respond rapidly to developing stories, maintaining accuracy and composure while managing high-pressure, real-time news situations.
• Collaborate closely with social, video, photo, and cross-functional teams to maximize the reach and impact of coverage.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in a digital newsroom environment, with a background in both writing and editing.
• Exceptional editing, writing, and reporting skills, with a sharp eye for detail and voice.
• Solid understanding of media law and best practices when reporting on sensitive or high-profile subjects.
• Deep knowledge of celebrities, pop culture, and the evolving entertainment landscape.
• Strong news judgment with the ability to craft compelling, SEO-optimized headlines that drive engagement.
• Proficiency in SEO best practices and awareness of emerging social and digital trends.
• Proven ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven news environment.
• Experience working with content management systems and utilizing web analytics tools to inform editorial decisions.
• Flexibility to cover holidays, major live events (e.g., the Oscars, Super Bowl), and work nontraditional hours as needed.

Benefits

Note: This position is open to candidates based in New York City or Los Angeles. The New York Post adheres to a hybrid work model. Please note that this is a temporary engagement facilitated through a third-party vendor. While the role supports The New York Post, employment and payroll will be managed by the vendor.

Pay

Base Pay Range: $40 - $50/hr

We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors. For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions. For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.