Contract Editor - 3 Month Assignment

EdSource is seeking a skilled editor who can work with the nonprofit newsroom’s award-winning education team for a three-month assignment. We’re looking for someone who can navigate the news cycle while focusing on what distinguishes EdSource from the pack – compelling, in-depth journalism that goes beyond the latest headlines and searches for solutions to some of the most vexing issues facing education in California and the nation.

With the state’s largest team of education reporters, EdSource is seeking an editor with a keen eye for seeing the big picture on issues, from early education and K-12 through college and beyond. A strong candidate will have experience working with both seasoned and emerging writers, as well as an ability to inspire and coach while helping to shape storytelling with impact.

Responsibilities:
● Assign stories with impact in a variety of styles and formats
● Edit stories, with a focus on distilling complex topics and education jargon into clear, engaging storytelling
● Work with other team members to help ensure timely and compelling coverage of the most important education issues of the day

Qualifications:
● Excellent editing skills, with the ability to place issues within a larger context
● Strong organization skills
● Experience in education journalism preferred but not required

Compensation: This role may be structured as a 3-month contract or compensated on an hourly basis, depending on the candidate’s availability and the organization’s needs. The pay range is $65–$75 per hour, commensurate with experience, scope of responsibilities, and editorial leadership capacity.