Senior News Editor, World

About the role

The Wall Street Journal is seeking a high-energy news editor for a role at the heart of our newsroom focused on world coverage. You will work collaboratively with our world bureaus and breaking news team to ensure we are first or fast on the stories that matter most to our readers. You will be part of a tight-knit team of senior news editors charged with elevating the digital experience for our readers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure we are first or fast on big breaking world news stories
• Act as a lead project manager responsible for building rich digital experiences for our readers, working with bureau chiefs and reporters across different time zones from conception to completion
• Be a champion for world stories on our digital platforms, involved in picking and positioning the best stories for daily line-ups
• Write arresting headlines and craft news alerts
• Oversee or helm our world live blogs
• Commission, edit, publish, and in some instances write the first takes of big breaking news
• Work closely with colleagues in publishing, visual, audio, video, design, and audience
• Work occasional evenings and weekends

Qualifications

• At least seven years' experience in world journalism
• Editing experience and outstanding writing skills
• Experience in how to build rich digital experiences for readers
• Facility with images, charts, social media, or other aspects of world journalism
• Well-versed in world news with an open mind about the best way to tell a story

Pay

Base Pay Range: $180,000 - $220,000