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This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the Telegraph’s US commentary at a pivotal moment for the US and the world. Based in Washington, DC, it involves commissioning, editing and publishing high-quality comment pieces, with the aim of growing the Telegraph’s audience inside the US and internationally.
Job Responsibility:
Commission and edit excellent opinion columns designed to grow the Telegraph’s subscriber base and appeal to our existing readership
Exercise strong editorial judgment to distinguish quickly between good and bad ideas, including whether they accord with the Telegraph’s political principles
Develop a constant stream of new ideas for columns, as well as creative new ways of presenting them to readers
Find and develop new US-based writers who align with the Telegraph’s editorial principles
Work closely with the Comment Editor in London to develop a strategy for growing the Telegraph’s US opinion offering
Liaise with digital publishers to optimise the production, promotion and performance of all content – with the best possible headlines, pictures and visual assets at all times
Immerse yourself in data analytics that show what the audience is reading when, where and how – and use this as a guide as to what will work when commissioning
Work closely with our overnight operation in the US and Australia, as well as the team in London, to ensure smooth daily handovers in both the morning and evening
Requirements:
Previous experience of commissioning opinion pieces
Excellent editing skills
A high level of interest in US politics and international affairs
Good knowledge of the Telegraph, its position in the market, its editorial principles, and its existing writers
Outstanding editorial judgment
A good understanding of digital publishing, including the role of SEO, social media and newsletters in promoting articles
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with executive editors, heads of departments and senior journalists
A self-starter who is comfortable working independently
Nice to have:
Previous experience of commissioning in the US market
An extensive contact-book of US-based writers who would be suitable for the Telegraph
Experience of working in a subscription-focused business