The Atlantic has, for more than 160 years, advanced ideas that matter and sparked global conversation on the most important issues of our time. We aim to bring clarity and original thinking to questions of consequence, on topics ranging from politics, the economy, and global affairs to technology, science, and culture. As the third-longest-running magazine in America, we find ourselves at a remarkable moment: one of both continuation and transformation, of upholding our legacy while continuously reinventing ourselves for the future. We’re looking for a creative, versatile, and highly organized contract editor to join the Culture, Books, and Family team for five months, from May through September 2023. You’ll be working with some of the sharpest editors, critics, and reporters in the magazine business to lead the national conversation on all things culture. Our team’s coverage spans popular culture, literature, broader cultural trends, and the forces that shape people’s relationships and personal lives. We work quickly but with an eye toward identifying and tackling big ideas and questions. In this role, you will edit both staff writers and freelancers, focusing on pop culture but editing across a variety of subjects and story types: perhaps a timely review of a major blockbuster film (or a sleeper indie hit), a 2,000-word reported human-behavior story, a quick-turnaround piece of newsy analysis, or a deeply considered critical essay. You’ll be involved in the entire editing process, from idea generation to publication. You’ll do structural and line editing, and put the finishing touches on pieces with headlines, art, and social-media sells. In working with several of our writers, you’ll coordinate with the section editor and other colleagues on short- and long-term story planning. Qualifications of the ideal candidate: Experience as a culture editor (though we will consider a more general-interest editor with strong magazine experience and knowledge of cultural criticism) Impeccable news judgment and an eye for argument and stylish execution A track record of working with, and generating ideas with, high-level writers Deep familiarity with The Atlantic and its culture coverage Openness to a wide variety of views and perspectives Strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit This job is based at The Atlantic’s offices in either New York City or Washington, D.C. We will consider remote candidates based elsewhere in the United States as well. This is a five-month position. Annualized Salary Minimum: $100,000, Annualized Salary Maximum: $130,000. The Atlantic Monthly Group LLC and its affiliates ("The Atlantic") are Equal Opportunity Employers. 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