Impact Careers Full-time

Deputy Editor, Intelligencer

Vox Media

Posted

Dec 14, 2025

Location

USA

Type

Full-time

Compensation

$130000 - $155000

Mission

What you will drive

  • Help define and drive the editorial vision for Intelligencer, with a focus on news and politics and an eye on business, tech, media, and other core areas of coverage.
  • Shape a mix of short, medium, and long-form journalism, including breaking-news responses, analysis, features, and enterprise stories.
  • Oversee the day-to-day workflow of the team by assigning stories, editing drafts, and ensuring timely publication.
  • Manage and mentor writers and editors, offering guidance on reporting, structure, and story development.

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role creates positive change by shaping essential conversations about what's now, what's next, and what's possible through sharp, stylish reporting and commentary on the ideas and power struggles shaping our world.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

  • At least six years of experience doing journalistic work that overlaps with Intelligencer's aims, including significant time spent as an assigning editor.
  • A strong record of publishing high-quality reporting, smart commentary, and timely news coverage.
  • Proven skill as an editor, with experience editing features, guiding reporting projects, managing daily coverage, and writing or refining headlines.
  • Clear communication and strong organizational skills.

Benefits

What's in it for you

This is a permanent, full-time position that is benefits-eligible with comprehensive benefits to support all employees wherever they are in life. Salary range: $130,000—$155,000 USD.