Axios

Deputy Managing Editor, Business

Remote

$140,000 – $190,000Compensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Media & PublishingIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills, editing experience in a fast-paced news environment, demonstrated experience conceptualizing big ideas and seeing them through, and some management experience, along with a belief in Smart Brevity as the core writing style of Axios. Experience with tech coverage, particularly large-cap Silicon Valley companies and AI innovators, is a plus, and a knowledge of the digital and social media landscape is also required.

Responsibilities

The Deputy Managing Editor will help the Managing Editor oversee coverage planning, story ideation, long-term projects, and quality control, work with section editors to ensure a robust daily output, step in as needed to edit and write for newsletters, contribute to and fill in on high-level planning meetings, and help take the Business team to new heights in scoops, analysis, and insights that serve readers.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills
Editing
Conceptualization
Management
Tech Coverage
Writing
Editing Skills
Digital & Social Media
Communication
Multitasking

Axios

Local news coverage for Charlotte community

About Axios

Axios Charlotte provides local news and information to the Charlotte, North Carolina community, covering topics like careers, real estate, travel, and food. The company generates revenue through advertising and sponsored content, leveraging its daily newsletter with over 107,000 subscribers to attract local businesses. By focusing specifically on the Charlotte area, Axios Charlotte offers in-depth coverage that is highly relevant to its audience. The goal is to keep the community informed while supporting local businesses.

Key Metrics

Arlington, VirginiaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$55.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer Goods, EntertainmentIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

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

Risks

AI-driven news platforms could challenge Axios's smart brevity approach.
Partnerships in the crypto industry may expose Axios to reputational risks.
Reliance on advertising revenue makes Axios vulnerable to economic downturns.

Differentiation

Axios delivers news with smart brevity, focusing on efficiency and shareability.
The company offers hyper-local content specific to the Charlotte community.
Axios partners with local businesses for targeted advertising opportunities.

Upsides

Local news consumption is rising, boosting Axios Charlotte's audience base.
Newsletters are growing as a primary news source, aligning with Axios's strategy.
Digital advertising spending is projected to reach $701 billion by 2025.

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