This role is based in Canberra, Australia. "Playbooks" are POLITICO's signature products. We're seeking a hands‐on editor responsible for overseeing Canberra Playbook workflows.
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As the traffic controller of a small, high‐intensity team, your goal is to ensure multiple Playbook products worth opening are delivered on‐time and to POLITICO's high standards.
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You will be part of a global network of more than 100 editors and your efforts will help define POLITICO's presence in Australia, ensuring that we become required reading across Parliament House, embassies, and boardrooms.
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Who You Are
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Someone who can improve copy quickly and decisively
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Someone with news judgement who understands how that news fits into a product framework
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Comfortable operating in a startup‐style setting with limited resources
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Able to push reporters to be better without slowing them down
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Deep interest in politics and policy
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Experience with newsletters, live formats, and/or audio is a plus
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What You'll Do
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Provide the final edit for Canberra Playbook (AM + PM)
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Shape the editorial voice, structure and daily priorities
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Coordinate a small team of reporters and writers to prevent blind spots and duplication
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Work closely with global POLITICO teams to integrate international coverage, and ensure coherence with other Playbooks
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