Fox Corporation · 4 months ago
Editor, Politics
New York, New York, USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$83K/yr - $97K/yr
5+ years expFox Corporation is a leading media company, and they are seeking a Politics Editor to lead their political coverage on FoxNews.com and FoxBusiness.com. The role involves managing breaking news and ensuring high-quality political journalism during peak hours.
BroadcastingMedia and EntertainmentNewsSports
Responsibilities
Anchor afternoon and evening political coverage, driving breaking news, trending stories, and smart follow-ups
Assign, edit, and package stories with speed, accuracy, and strong framing, ensuring headlines, ledes, and visuals meet Fox News Digital's standards
Work closely with reporters, Senior Editors, Managing Editors, homepage, video, and social teams to ensure clean delivery of assets and strong placement
Monitor political developments, wire services, competitors, and social platforms for story opportunities; make real-time editorial calls to keep Fox ahead
Shape reporter pitches into polished, impactful journalism and coach writers on sharp copy, sourcing discipline, and audience-focused framing
Maintain strong communication with day shift and overnight teams to ensure seamless coverage handoffs
Occasionally write quick-turn political copy as needed
Additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience covering or editing politics in a fast-paced digital newsroom
Strong news judgment and a proven ability to manage breaking and trending political stories under tight deadlines
Experience with headlines, visuals, and homepage packaging that drive digital performance
Excellent editing skills, with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and sharp framing
Strong collaboration skills, especially working cross-functionally with homepage, social, and video
Familiarity with digital audience analytics and how to frame content for reach and impact
Ability to thrive in a deadline-driven, high-volume environment
Flexibility to work occasional holidays and off-hours when news demands
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field preferred, or equivalent experience
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision
Insurance
A 401(k) plan
Paid time off
Other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents
Company
Fox Corporation
Under the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world’s leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.11B2025-09-08Post Ipo Secondary· $913.3M
2020-04-07Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2019-05-19IPO
Leadership Team
Paul Cheesbrough
Chief Executive Officer - Tubi Media Group
Andrew Croxson
Chief Financial Officer - Tubi Media Group & EVP, Strategy & Growth
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