State Politics Editor
location_onOld Auburn Road, Citrus Heights, Sacramento County, California, 95610, United States
Job Description
About the Role
A leader in the media and journalism industry is seeking a State Politics Editor to lead political coverage, setting the agenda with hard‑hitting exclusives and the sharpest analysis in the state. Based in Sacramento and reporting to the News Editor, this role demands deep knowledge of California politics, a robust network of top‑tier political contacts, and an unwavering commitment to holding those in power accountable.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of breaking major political stories in California and a reputation for delivering scoops that drive the conversation. As both a team leader and collaborator, the Politics Editor will work closely with the News Editor, Editor‑in‑Chief, and a team of political reporters in Sacramento.
In addition to exceptional news judgment and analytical skills, the State Politics Editor must be adept at working seamlessly across digital and print platforms, ensuring our reporting reaches the widest possible audience.
Location and Work Model
This position is presently remote, but candidates MUST live within the Sacramento area. While this position is presently remote, that could change in the future so candidates MUST live within the Sacramento area.
Work location
Work model: Remote
Old Auburn Road, Citrus Heights, Sacramento County, California, 95610, United States
California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleServe as subject matter expert on California politics
- check_circleBuild and sustain network of political contacts
- check_circleCommission and edit content across print and digital platforms
- check_circleMentor and lead political reporters
- check_circleExercise editorial judgment to prioritize stories
- check_circleCollaborate with digital teams to amplify coverage
- check_circleLead political coverage with agenda-setting reporting and analysis
Requirements
- verifiedDeep expertise in California politics
- verifiedProven record of breaking significant political stories
- verifiedStrong network of political contacts
- verifiedProven leadership experience managing
- verifiedExceptional editorial judgment
- verifiedSkilled in writing, editing, and
- verifiedProficiency with digital publishing
- verifiedFamiliarity with multimedia formats
- verifiedMust live within the Sacramento area