Editing Residency

Company Information

Join The New York Times Editing Residency program. The Times is looking for journalists who want to build editing careers. This two-year residency offers a chance for participants to develop and hone their news editing skills, and to work on Times journalism.

We are looking for candidates who are curious, collaborative and committed to excellence.  Prior editing experience, while not necessary, is strongly recommended.

You should expect to work on breaking news desks. You will also edit other types of journalism, including enterprise stories and special projects. You’ll be expected to handle multiple articles and pivot on deadline. The most competitive candidates will have excellent news judgment, a sharp eye for detail, interest in learning about a broad array of topics, the ability to frame articles and write sparkling display copy, and have experience developing trusting relationships with reporters and fellow editors.

Qualifications

• At least two years of professional journalism experience. Journalists with more than seven years of editing experience will not be considered.
• Solid news judgment, and an understanding of grammar and fact-checking
• Visual Editing Residency: In addition to the qualifications above, you should have a strong interest in visual journalism.
• Professional experience editing and assigning news articles
• Visual Editing Residency: Ideal candidates will be strong text editors who also have at least a grasp of, if not a proficiency in, visual editing principles such as direction and sequencing.

Duties

• Copy edit articles from desks across the newsroom
• Edit breaking news and feature articles
• Participate in training and speaker programs designed for the residency, and receive regular feedback
• Uphold the editorial standards of The Times
• Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.

How to Apply

Apply with external link.

Application Deadline

May 19th, 2025

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