Transcript Copy Editor, Opinion

The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for.

Job Description

Times Opinion is looking for an experienced part-time copy editor to work on Opinion’s audio-show transcripts and occasionally Opinion’s other signature journalism. Opinion's audio offerings include The Ezra Klein Show and Matter of Opinion.

You have deep experience with the copy-editing process and have thoughtful editorial judgment. You will work with story editors and fact-checkers to help us spot problems with articles before publication. You are digitally experienced and enthusiastic about Opinion’s daily report. You will report into the Assistant Editor, Opinion | Copy, Research, Print.

Responsibilities

• You will copy edit sharply, elevating articles on the sentence level for clarity
• You will be responsible for copy editing transcripts, headlines and other display copy and see the transcripts through to publication
• You will ensure accuracy and consistency across a range of content, including newsletters, editorials, guest essays, columns and videos
  
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• At least 5 years of copy-editing experience
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including late evenings, as the news cycle demands
• Knowledge of SEO best practices
• Experience working with deadlines.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with a style guide
• Familiarity with The New York Times Opinion's daily report
• Can respond to the demands of the news cycle
  
  
  

This is a part-time Guild position based in California.

This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY.

The hourly base pay for this role is between $61.38 and $61.54.

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