Editor-At-Large, Opinion

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate Opinion's cross-platform strategy for AI coverage, identifying urgent moral, political, and economic questions.
• Commission and edit ambitious enterprise projects, deep-dive features, and essays regarding the AI revolution.
• Collaborate with graphics, multimedia, and audience teams to create innovative digital presentations for complex topics.
• Manage and edit a portfolio of columnists and contributing writers, providing guidance on narrative voice and argumentative rigor.
• Identify and recruit guest essayists and new recurring voices with specialized expertise in technology and ethics.
• Manage a team of writers to ensure all commentary meets the highest standards of intellectual honesty and literary excellence.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in senior editorial roles at a major national publication.
• Proven track record of editing complex, ideas-driven journalism and high-profile writers.
• Exceptional ability to synthesize technical information into compelling, accessible narratives.
• Deep interest in the intersection of technology and public policy.
• Experience managing large-scale editorial projects from conception through publication.
• Ability to work in a hybrid capacity, with regular attendance in the New York City office four days each week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience collaborating with data journalists and visual editors to build interactive or data-driven explainers.
• A track record of developing the next generation of editors and writers.

Benefits

• Competitive annual base pay range of $160,000 - $180,000 USD.
• Eligibility for variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s).
• Company-matching 401(k) plan.
• Paid vacation, sick days, and parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.

About the Company

The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. Independent journalism is at the heart of all we do, supported by a world-renowned newsroom and a commitment to delivering high-quality journalism across print, audio, and digital platforms.