ABOUT THE TEAM

theSkimm makes it easier to live a smarter life. We are redefining how to build products that fit into routines, and we take a user-centric, collaborative approach while doing so. Our inaugural product – The Daily Skimm – is the fastest growing email newsletter on the market, with an engaged community of well over 6 million active subscribers and an industry-crushing open rate. Our suite of products has grown with the launch of Skimm Ahead, which debuted as #1 in news and #9 overall in the Apple App Store. It syncs directly with your calendar and informs you of important events you don't want to miss. It also has an audio experience that goes deeper on the topics you’re always reading about. Through our suite of products, we are disrupting routines and information consumption one Skimm'r at a time. Come join us, we're changing things.

theSkimm is looking to hire an Evening Editor to join our PM editorial team. The current editorial team is a collaborative group who come from traditional media backgrounds. They understand how to write, shape, and edit high-quality journalism while putting it in theSkimm’s distinct voice. This Skimm'r would be working closely with the newsletter editor, and other editorial members.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

This role will be focused on editing the Daily Skimm newsletter. Hours will be afternoon - night based.

• You will pick up from the newsletter editor to edit and publish the newsletter. You will be one of the last pairs of eyes to see the Daily Skimm before it goes out.
• You’ll be proofreading. You are always thinking with a fact-checking lens.
• You will be dealing with breaking news situations and adjust the newsletter as appropriate
• You will be working to create, research, and edit additional editorial projects (Skimm Notes, content campaigns, guides, etc.)

WHAT WOULD SET YOU UP FOR SUCCESS

• 4-6 years experience in a traditional and breaking newsroom environment is essential..
• Ability to keep a calm head when news breaks
• Knowledge of Associated Press style
• Thorough attention to detail
• Proven ability to write in theSkimm’s voice
• Passion about the company and its vision
• Ability to be a self-starter AND a collaborative team player
• Bachelor's Degree

WHAT WOULD SET YOU APART

• Experience communicating with standards and practices reps
• Comfortable publishing in WordPress

WHAT WE OFFER

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurances, starting on your first day!
• Competitive salary & equity packages
• A flexible vacation policy and generous holiday observances
• Biannual performance reviews aimed at rewarding and recognizing our diverse talents
• MassMutual 401(k) program
• Up to $400 in annual gym-membership reimbursement
• Collaborative office space with a mix of snacks, seltzer, caffeine and a pretty sweet roof deck
• Catered "Sip’n Skimm" on Fridays - a time to walk through our week's highs and lows as a team, usually over food, coffee or La Croix
• Twice-monthly “Skimm’e A Drink!” happy hours - a time to wind down with friends over a beer, wine or fruity beverage
• The opportunity to be part of a friendly, hardworking and diverse group of people building a membership company that makes it easier to live smarter.

This is a full-time role based in New York, NY