The New York Post is looking for an accomplished journalist for the role of Deputy Business Editor.
This key leadership role is crucial for shaping and executing The Post’s coverage of business, technology and media. This is a wonderful opportunity for a highly skilled editor to focus on the most dynamic sectors in business with a high-performing and collegial team. The position supervises production of both digital and print.
Responsibilities:
+ Approve, assign, and edit multiple stories per day across a team of reporters and columnists.
+ Demonstrated ability to edit and recast stories into clean and compelling copy on tight deadlines is essential.
+ Shape story ideas that reflect the New York Post’s signature tone — sharp, witty, exclusive, and always on the pulse.
+ Represent the business section at daily meetings with top editors of the paper.
+ Serve as a team leader and mentor, helping to develop junior staff while upholding editorial standards.
+ Help reporters brainstorm, develop, and execute enterprise stories and investigative pieces for The Post’s website and newspaper.
+ Key areas of coverage for the business desk include Wall Street, technology, media, retail and hospitality, and real estate.
+ Take a leading role in daily production of the print newspaper’s Business section.
+ Collaborate with editors in art, photo, and digital strategy to generate the greatest impact for stories on the web as well as print.
+ Guide daily editorial coverage with a strategic, traffic-savvy mindset — you know what readers will click before they do.
+ Use tools like Google Analytics and Parse.ly to analyze traffic trends and make smart editorial decisions.
+ Collaborate with photo, video, and social teams to enhance storytelling and keep content dynamic.
Requirements:
+ Minimum of 10 years of professional journalism experience, including at least 5 years in an editing or newsroom management role.
+ Proven experience assigning, shaping, and editing stories for both digital and print, with a strong grasp of what drives readership.
+ Demonstrated success managing and mentoring editorial teams, with the ability to provide clear direction and constructive feedback.
+ Exceptional editing skills, including sharpening copy, crafting headlines, and ensuring accuracy, clarity, and impact.
+ Excellent news judgment and the ability to steer coverage that is timely, compelling, and aligned with audience interests.
+ Deep knowledge of the business, technology, and media sectors preferred; quick adaptability to new subject areas required.
+ Strong leadership presence, capable of setting priorities and navigating high-pressure news cycles without sacrificing quality.
+ Proficiency with CMS platforms (WordPress and Methode preferred).
Note: The New York Post adheres to a hybrid work model. This position will be expected to report into our Midtown office 4 days per week.
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