Coordinating Copy Editor, MSNBC Digital

As a member of the MSNBC Digital copy desk, the Coordinating Copy Editor is the last line of defense to ensure that our articles, columns, blogs and live blogs are of the highest quality possible. Whether it’s a long feature or a short breaking news blog, we will look to the copy editor to make sure our coverage is free of errors and typos and has context and clarity. The copy editor plays an essential part in producing compelling coverage that helps to expand our growing readership. You will have excellent news judgment, and an understanding of the MSNBC brand, standards, its shows and its on-air hosts.

Position is based in New York City.

This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.

Responsibilities:

• Lead MSNBC’s copy team as head copy editor, coordinating team shifts and schedules, liaising with other editorial leads and maintaining team trainings, professional development and editorial standards
• Edit quickly and thoroughly, sometimes after pieces are published
• Engage in productive dialogue with reporters, editors and managers as needed
• Make sure MSNBC.com’s coverage meets the highest standards