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Atlantic Media

Senior Associate Editor

Washington, DC · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Strong line editor; creative and opportunistic about coverage and assignments. * Desire to be on the news and excellent editorial judgment. * Ability to distinguish a fresh analytical take from more ...

The Atlantic

Senior Associate Editor

Washington, DC · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

The ideal candidate will be a strong line editor who is creative and opportunistic about coverage and assignments. They should have a strong desire to be on the news, excellent editorial judgment, be ...

Arizona State University

Executive Editor

Oak Park, IL · On-site

A strong line editor who makes stories sharper, clearer and more impactful * A thoughtful people manager who knows how to coach, challenge and support talent * Audience‑minded, digitally fluent and ...

The Atlantic

Senior Associate Editor

New York, NY · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

The ideal candidate will be a strong line editor who is creative and opportunistic about coverage and assignments. They should have a strong desire to be on the news, excellent editorial judgment, be ...

Condé Nast

Staff Editor

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$80K - $105K/yr

You should also be a sharp line editor, good at structuring an argument and eliminating jargon. You should be a polymath, not just able but eager to immerse yourself in a broad range of topics. You ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Decatur, IL · On-site

$72K/yr

If you are ready to be the face and heart of your community, please submit your application with the subject line: Editor - Decatur. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Peoria, IL · On-site

$72K/yr

If you are ready to be the face and heart of your community, please submit your application with the subject line: Editor - Peoria. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Johnstown, PA · On-site

$72K/yr

If you are ready to be the face and heart of your community, please submit your application with the subject line: Editor - Johnstown. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Champaign, IL · On-site

$72K/yr

If you are ready to be the face and heart of your community, please submit your application with the subject line: Editor - Champaign-Urbana. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Springfield, IL · On-site

$72K/yr

If you are ready to be the face and heart of your community, please submit your application with the subject line: Editor - Springfield. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Fond Du Lac, WI

$72K/yr

If you are ready to be the face and heart of your community, please submit your application with the subject line: Editor - Fond du Lac. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Somerset, PA · Remote

$72K/yr

If you are ready to be the face and heart of your community, please submit your application with the subject line: Editor - Somerset. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Indiana, PA · Remote

$72K/yr

If you are ready to be the face and heart of your community, please submit your application with the subject line: Editor - Indiana. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Indiana, PA · On-site

$72K/yr

If you are ready to be the face and heart of your community, please submit your application with the subject line: Editor - Indiana. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Altoona, PA · On-site

$72K/yr

If you are ready to be the face and heart of your community, please submit your application with the subject line: Editor - Altoona. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Champaign, IL · Remote

$72K/yr

If you are ready to be the face and heart of your community, please submit your application with the subject line: Editor - Champaign-Urbana. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us ...

Village Media Inc.

Editor

Somerset, PA · On-site

$72K/yr

If you are ready to be the face and heart of your community, please submit your application with the subject line: Editor - Somerset. What to Include: Your Resume; 2-page limit: Walk us through your ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for line editor in the United States is $64,031.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $72,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Line Editor reviews written content to improve clarity, flow, and style while ensuring grammatical accuracy. They focus on sentence structure, word choice, and readability rather than broad content or structural changes. Line Editors work closely with writers to refine tone and consistency. Their goal is to enhance the text without altering the author's voice. This role is common in publishing, journalism, and content creation.

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To thrive as a Line Editor, you need exceptional grammar, punctuation, and syntax expertise, often supported by a degree in English, journalism, or a related field. Familiarity with style guides (such as AP, Chicago, or MLA) and editing tools like Microsoft Word's Track Changes or Adobe Acrobat is highly beneficial. Attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to provide constructive feedback are key soft skills for this position. These skills help ensure high-quality, polished content that meets both editorial standards and client expectations.

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Line Editors often juggle multiple deadlines and projects, requiring strong time management and the ability to quickly adapt to varying writing styles or tones. Maintaining consistency while respecting each author's unique voice can be challenging, especially when editing work from multiple contributors. Additionally, navigating feedback from authors or managing conflicting editorial guidelines may require diplomacy and problem-solving skills. As part of a collaborative editorial team, you'll often work closely with copy editors, writers, and sometimes project managers to ensure that content meets the highest quality standards.

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Senior Associate Editor

Washington, DC • On-site

Atlantic Media
Print Media Publishing • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$85K - $100K/yr

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Posted 25 days ago

Job description

The Atlantic seeks a Senior Associate Editor to join the newsroom. The editor will play a key role in our expansion in the coverage of foreign affairs and national security. They should have a background in assigning and editing argument‑driven essays and analysis, and be able to quickly turn around essays from contributing writers and freelancers. The role will sometimes include night, early‑morning, and weekend work.

Responsibilities
  • Assign and edit coverage of major developing stories.
  • Spot opportunities to commission original essays and reporting.
  • Scout for appropriate contributors when breaking news calls for regional expertise.
  • Coordinate with other teams, including art, copy, fact‑check, and audience.
Qualifications
  • 5+ years of editing experience.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Strong desire to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
  • Excellent collaborative skills.
  • Strong line editor; creative and opportunistic about coverage and assignments.
  • Desire to be on the news and excellent editorial judgment.
  • Ability to distinguish a fresh analytical take from more of the same.
  • Grace under pressure.
  • Interest in world affairs and familiarity with American foreign policy and national security.
  • Existing relationships with foreign policy writers and experts are an advantage.

Salary minimum: $85,000; Salary maximum: $100,000. This position is based in Washington, D.C., or New York City. This is a Guild position.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Atlantic Monthly Group LLC ("The Atlantic") is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and encourages members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply. We do not discriminate against our applicants because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

COVID‑19 Vaccination Policy

Job offers are contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of reference checks and compliance with The Atlantic’s COVID‑19 vaccination policy. The Atlantic requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID‑19, including subsequent boosters, and submit proof of vaccination status. Employees who cannot receive the vaccine because of a disability/medical contraindication or sincerely‑held religious belief may request an accommodation (e.g., an exemption) to this requirement.

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