Copy Editor

BuzzFeed

BuzzFeed is the world’s leading tech-powered, diversified media company that reaches hundreds of millions of people globally through its cross-platform news and entertainment network.

The company produces articles, lists, quizzes, videos, and original series; lifestyle content through brands including Tasty, the world’s largest social food network; original reporting and investigative journalism through BuzzFeed News and HuffPost; an industry-leading affiliate business, strategic partnerships, licensing and product development through BuzzFeed Commerce; and original productions across broadcast, cable, SVOD, film and digital platforms for BuzzFeed Studios.

The Role 

HuffPost is looking for an accurate, fast editor to handle line and copy edits across the site, reviewing text, video scripts and social media content.

This is a unique opportunity to work with a variety of reporters and subject areas.

Ideal candidates will be comfortable editing breaking news, enterprise stories, lifestyle articles and in-depth features.

This position will require editing a broad range of text and visual materials, so editors should have a wide knowledge base and be a quick study.

As HuffPost’s last line of defense, these editors do more than fix basic grammar issues.

They help reporters reframe and restructure stories as needed and serve as a critical final set of eyes on every story HuffPost publishes.

This position will work Tuesday through Saturday until at least 8 p.m.

Eastern.

West Coast preferred due to hours but open to remote.

You Will 

  • Edit stories from across all sections of HuffPost
  • Edit breaking news, liveblogs, push alerts and video scripts
  • Write headlines, deks and social media copy
  • Assist with photo selection and ensure stories are visually appealing 
  • Coach reporters on how to reframe or restructure pieces as needed
  • Be part of a team that serves as a newsroom resource for questions about style and standards
  • Be passionate about HuffPost’s mission and maintaining a consistent voice for the site
  • Serve as a mentor and sounding board for reporters

You Have

  • Impeccable news judgment and high editorial standards
  • An expert command of grammar and AP Style
  • The ability to make bigger-picture fixes to stories beyond basic copy edits
  • Comfort with writing headlines and social copy
  • Breaking news experience or a strong willingness to learn
  • A willingness to work with reporters of all skill levels
  • A excitement to work on stories of all types — from hard news investigations to quick viral pieces
  • A level head and the ability to make tough editorial decisions in high-pressure situations

This position is in the WGA-E bargaining unit.

All job applications must be received through the official BuzzFeed Jobs board ( ), including referrals. It is BuzzFeed’s practice to not schedule job interviews until after an application is submitted through our jobs board.

Life at BuzzFeed

At BuzzFeed, we believe our work benefits from the diverse perspectives of our employees.

As such, BuzzFeed celebrates inclusion and is committed to equal opportunity employment.

At BuzzFeed, you can expect:

  • A supportive, inclusive atmosphere on a team that values your contributions
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth through work experience, offerings from our in-house Learning @ BuzzFeed team, our Employee Resource Groups, and more
  • An attractive and equitable compensation package, including salary and stock options
  • A generous benefits program featuring PTO, unlimited sick time, comprehensive medical benefits, a family leave policy, access to mental health platforms, retirement plans, gym and wellness discounts, and much more.

BuzzFeed is the world’s leading tech-powered media company, with a cross-platform news and entertainment network that reaches hundreds of millions of people globally.

The company aims to spread truth and joy across the internet by producing articles, lists, quizzes, videos, original series; lifestyle content through brands including Tasty, the world’s largest social food network; original reporting and investigative journalism through BuzzFeed News; strategic partnerships, licensing and product development through BuzzFeed Marketing; and original productions across broadcast, cable, SVOD, film and digital platforms for BuzzFeed Studios. 

BuzzFeed is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected category.

More Information on BuzzFeed

BuzzFeed operates in the Digital Media industry.

The company is located in New York, NY.

BuzzFeed was founded in 2006.

It has 1789 total employees.

It offers perks and benefits such as Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Disability Insurance, Dental Benefits, Vision Benefits, Health Insurance Benefits and Life Insurance.

To see all 44 open jobs at BuzzFeed, click here .

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