Playbook Editor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Australia.

📋 Description

• Oversee the final editing process for the Canberra Playbook (AM + PM)

• Define the editorial voice, structure, and daily focus

• Manage a small team of reporters and writers to avoid blind spots and duplication of efforts

• Collaborate closely with global POLITICO teams to ensure the integration of international coverage and consistency with other Playbooks

⛳️ Requirements

• A person capable of enhancing copy swiftly and effectively

• An individual with strong news judgment who comprehends how news fits within a product framework

• Comfortable working in a startup-like setting with limited resources

• Able to encourage reporters to improve without hindering their progress

• A profound interest in politics and policy

• Experience with newsletters, live formats, and/or audio is advantageous

🏝️ Benefits

• We prioritize our people