Join the future of news

We’re on a mission to deliver riveting storytelling for all of America. At The Washington Post, you’ll help reinvent news. Our work is driven by a deep investigative spirit and enhanced by innovation to bring audiences closer to the stories that matter most.

About Our Team

The Washington Post is powered by the passion and talent of our people. It takes all of us to reinvent news. Beyond our award-winning Newsroom and Opinions teams, we work across many departments, including Brand & Events, Communications, Customer Care, Engineering & Product, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Marketing & Advertising, Print Operations, and Sales.

Why This Role Matters

 

Washington Post Live is looking for a Senior Editorial Producer with excellent news judgment to produce events. We are seeking a proven go-getter with an extensive rolodex to book news speakers, experience crafting the editorial and a drive to produce events with distinctiveness and excellence. You must be detail-oriented, collaborative and able to work under pressure seeing through projects from start to finish. Reporting to the executive producer, this position is crucial for the editorial execution of premium experiences.

Motivation

• You understand how to coordinate fast-moving editorial and production needs across a varied group of internal and external stakeholders.
• You are energized by problem-solving and collaborating across teams. 
• You have fresh ideas for where Washington Post Live can go next - news speakers and editorial themes, activations and installations, how we distribute content, and ways to use AI. 
• You have a passion for producing riveting events, using innovative formats of storytelling and ensuring that our content is discoverable and impactful 

How You'll Support the Mission

• Research and produce editorial and visual content of segments.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key principals, PR teams, policymakers for participation in a variety of events intersecting with the news
• Curate and produce off-stage experiences, serving as editorial bridge between news and production teams
• Help reimagine how we bring events and video together in today’s fast-moving information ecosystem 
• Work with social media team on strategies for distribution of segments and internal amplification 
• Ensure journalistic and legal standards are consistently met 
• Periodically travel for events 

Skills and Experience You Bring

• 7-10 years’ experience in a professional newsroom
• Strong research, writing, production skills
• Knowledge and passion for current events, politics, and stories shaping the global conversation
• Ability to work well under pressure and an extended schedule as timelines require
• Rigorous attention to detail and deadlines
• Interest in the changing information ecosystem and fresh ways of creating and sharing content 

 

Collaboration makes us stronger. That’s why our offices are designed with open layouts, modern technology, and easy access to transportation. With certain exceptions for newsgathering and business travel, we work on-site five days a week.

Compensation and Benefits

Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:

• Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage

• Company-paid pension and 401(k) match

• Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave

• Nine paid holidays and two personal days

• 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent

• Robust mental health resources

• Backup care and caregiver concierge services

• Gender affirming services

• Pet insurance

• Free Post digital subscription

• Leadership and career development programs

Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.

The salary range for this position is:

$97,400 - $162,300 Annual

The actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. This position may be eligible for a bonus or incentive program, and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will discuss bonus payment terms and conditions during the interview process.