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Quick Take: Axios is a thriving, fast-growing media organization dedicated to providing trustworthy, award-winning news in an audience-first format. As we continue to build out our local operation, with reporting teams and newsletters in 30 cities, we are looking for an editor who can lead coverage in one of our biggest markets. 

Why it Matters: This editor will work with Local Reporters in Washington, D.C., plus possibly another city in the Northeast, and senior newsroom leadership to guide Axios’ coverage of local news, connecting the dots between local, national, and global developments to make readers aware of the narratives shaping their lives in their local communities.

Go Deeper: We are looking for someone who cares deeply about the future of local news, is obsessed with innovative new ways to reimagine it, and skilled in execution to support this venture with the following responsibilities:

  • Oversee the production of daily local news coverage in select markets, specifically Axios Local’s newsletters
  • Work closely with  Axios editorial leadership to adapt Axios’ “Smart Brevity” style to local news, shape how the Local product evolves, and develop synergy between local and national coverage
  • Edit the work of a group of local journalists
  • Curate local news coverage to write screens and stories in partnership with Local Reporters when needed 
  • Help conceive larger data-driven and analytical stories that are relevant at the local level with connections to national stories of importance
  • Assist with research on important topics, events, and trends driving the conversation in select local markets

The Details: Ideal candidates will embody an entrepreneurial spirit and passion for Axios’ mission and have the following skills:

  • Editing experience in a fast-paced news environment
  • Experience editing daily newsletters is a plus
  • Experience reporting on a wide range of topics
  • Exceptionally collaborative with experience working across teams to produce quality content
  • Demonstrated knowledge of digital and social media landscape
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Ability to assign and manage multiple stories at once

Don’t forget: 

  • Competitive salary
  • Health insurance (100% paid for individuals, 75% for families)
  • Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
  • 401K
  • Generous vacation policy, plus company holidays
  • A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture
  • Annual learning and development stipend

Additional pandemic-related benefits:

  • One mental health day per quarter
  • $100 monthly work-from-home stipend
  • Tele-mental health services 
  • OneMedical membership, including tele-health services 
  • Increased work flexibility for parents and caretakers 
  • Access to the Axios “Family Fund,” which was created to allow employees to request financial support when facing financial hardship or emergencies 
  • Classpass discount
  • Virtual company-sponsored social events

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Axios is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Axios makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

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Grism Bolks
Senior Director of Data
UNDERSTANDING IMPACT
Bolks’ data team knows they’re needed
Grism Bolks wants their team to excel and thrive; to make that happen, they make sure their people know why what they do matters. “To effectively tackle complex problems and create systems that will be sustainable in the long term, it’s essential for team members to understand the impact of their work,” they said. “It empowers them to make the best decisions.” On the data team, that work involves getting the right data, giving it to the right people and creating insights to help get Axios’s news into the right hands — which means their work is critical for keeping people informed.
Grism Bolks wants their team to excel and thrive; to make that happen, they make sure their people know why what they do matters. “To effectively tackle complex problems and create systems that will be sustainable in the long term, it’s essential for team members to understand the impact of their work,” they said. “It empowers them to make the best decisions.” On the data team, that work involves getting the right data, giving it to the right people and creating insights to help get Axios’s news into the right hands — which means their work is critical for keeping people informed.
I pay particular attention to ensuring teams and individuals understand, in Axios lingo, “Why It Matters.”
Earle Poole
Front-end Guild Leader
ONE WORD: INCLUSIVE
Culture and product accessible to everyone
“Axios encourages open communication and collaboration, and everyone is on board with creating a positive and inclusive environment,” said Earle Poole. For Poole, “inclusive” is the operative word. It’s reflected in Axios’ DEI initiatives and ERGs, in the day-to-day culture and in their commitment to accessibility in the product itself. Poole’s team regularly reviews and implements best accessibility practices. “It’s a challenge that underscores the strength of our culture,” he said. “Everyone is committed to creating products that are inclusive and accessible.”
“Axios encourages open communication and collaboration, and everyone is on board with creating a positive and inclusive environment,” said Earle Poole. For Poole, “inclusive” is the operative word. It’s reflected in Axios’ DEI initiatives and ERGs, in the day-to-day culture and in their commitment to accessibility in the product itself. Poole’s team regularly reviews and implements best accessibility practices. “It’s a challenge that underscores the strength of our culture,” he said. “Everyone is committed to creating products that are inclusive and accessible.”
Our positive and inclusive work environment allows me to focus on my work and development without worrying about office politics or other distractions.
Nick Duffy
Director of Infrastructure Engineering
COMMITTED TO THE CLOUD
Using cloud infrastructure to stay nimble
“For a small and nimble company, running your infrastructure in the cloud is a must,” said Director of Infrastructure Engineering Nick Duffy. That philosophy is reflected in Axios’ tech stack, which is built entirely in the cloud using AWS, Docker, Kubernetes and EKS. Engineers are able to code often and work constantly to improve deployments and systems. Currently, the team is using Flagger to set up canary deploys, which will allow Axios to progressively roll out and roll back changes as needed — improving on a testing system that Duffy is already proud of.
“For a small and nimble company, running your infrastructure in the cloud is a must,” said Director of Infrastructure Engineering Nick Duffy. That philosophy is reflected in Axios’ tech stack, which is built entirely in the cloud using AWS, Docker, Kubernetes and EKS. Engineers are able to code often and work constantly to improve deployments and systems. Currently, the team is using Flagger to set up canary deploys, which will allow Axios to progressively roll out and roll back changes as needed — improving on a testing system that Duffy is already proud of.
If we can improve deployments or developer experience or make debugging easier, then we’ve solved a real problem for the engineering organization and company.

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Axios Benefits Overview

Healthcare, Dental/Vision, PTO, Paid Holidays, Equity, Religious Holiday Time Off, 401k, Parental Leave, Commuter Expense

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with Nonprofits
Friends outside of work
Eat lunch together
Intracompany committees
Daily sync
Open door policy
Team owned deliverables
Team based strategic planning
Group brainstorming sessions
Open office floor plan
Diversity
Dedicated Diversity/Inclusion Staff
Highly diverse management team
Unconscious bias training
Diversity manifesto
Diversity Employee Resource Groups
Hiring Practices that Promote Diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability Insurance
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
Health Insurance Benefits
Life Insurance
Wellness Programs
Onsite Gym
Mental Health Benefits
Retirement & Stock Options Benefits
401(K)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Performance Bonus
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Generous Parental Leave
Flexible Work Schedule
Remote Work Program
Family Medical Leave
Company sponsored family events
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Generous PTO
Sabbatical
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Days
Perks & Discounts
Beer on Tap
Casual Dress
Commuter Benefits
Company Outings
Stocked Kitchen
Happy Hours
Parking
We offer employees Paid on-site garage parking
Pet Friendly
Fitness Subsidies
Home Office Stipend for Remote Employees
Professional Development Benefits
Job Training & Conferences
Diversity Program
Lunch and learns
Cross functional training encouraged
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Continuing Education stipend
Time allotted for learning
Paid industry certifications
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