Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and skilled multimedia editor to join our international team. This role will involve editing and producing, updating and sending daily newsletters to a global audience.
Key Responsibilities:
* Edit and produce, update and send daily newsletters during the night.
* Use sound editorial judgment to decide if a newsletter needs a full rewrite due to breaking news, and action this in discussion with Sydney international editor.
* Work closely with writers, production staff and designers on all newsletters.
* Develop a portfolio of newsletters including writing and/or editing new launches in collaboration with the deputy editor responsible for newsletters and membership.
This is a full-time contract role that requires strong knowledge of current events, good understanding of Guardian Australia's portfolio of newsletters, experience of editorial commissioning and editing, and experience in managing and working with reporters and writers. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for independent journalism and a willingness to embrace different media and non-text ways of telling stories.
Requirements
* Strong knowledge of UK and US politics
* Good understanding of Guardian Australia's portfolio of newsletters
* Experience of editorial commissioning and editing
* Experience in managing and working with reporters and writers
This role requires a strong passion for independent journalism and a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and formats.