Copy Editor

Position description

The New Republic is looking for an experienced full-time copy editor to edit The TNR Blue Book, our new morning newsletter devoted to covering Democrats and progressive groups, and other editorial newsletters, while supporting our current copy editor on NewRepublic.com as needed. 

The ideal candidate is a fast, careful editor with a sharp eye for detail who can seamlessly pivot between newsletter production, marketing emails, and news. The candidate should be organized and know how to prioritize assignments and manage their schedule.

Additional Requirements:

• At least seven years of copyediting experience, preferably at a news website or magazine.
• Experience with basic fact-checking.
• Familiarity with AP style and the ability to help maintain TNR’s style guide while designing effective systems to update staff of both house and AP style changes.
• Comfort learning third-party applications, building editorial newsletters, and managing newsletter production and distribution to subscribers. 

Application instructions

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