Tradeoffs is a nonprofit news organization that helps people have smarter, more honest conversations about the U.S. health care system. We produce a weekly podcast, newsletter, and digital articles that tell intellectually engaging, emotionally resonant stories, as well as live events.
Our organization follows three principles: (1) rely on research and evidence; (2) employ storytelling techniques; and (3) focus on the intersection of policy, money, and people.
Our Managing Editor will oversee the planning and production of rigorous, engaging, and impactful audio and digital journalism about health care in America. This is an opportunity to shape an ambitious and nimble nonprofit newsroom, grow our reach, and expand our impact.
The ideal candidate is passionate about producing high-quality journalism and is as excited about a compelling patient story as they are about a new piece of economic research. They value the accessibility and rigor of our style and are excited to maintain the high-quality of our work. They are energized by the work of developing talent and making systems work better. They also understand how the media landscape is evolving and are motivated to find new and innovative ways to connect with audiences.
This is a full-time, remote position. Compensation is commensurate with experience, ranging between $120,000-$140,000. The preferred start date is November 2024. This role reports to the Executive Editor and will manage our three Reporter/Producers, contract Editors, and Sound Engineers.
Applications will be accepted until September 13, 2024, but will be evaluated as they are received.
The Managing Editor will:
- Work with the Executive Editor and Executive Director to operationalize our multi-year strategic plan to deepen our journalism and expand our reach.
- Oversee and evaluate our cross-platform editorial strategy, thinking strategically about how to package our reporting across audio, digital, live events, and other mediums.
- Work with the Executive Editor to set the editorial calendar, assign stories to the team, and oversee production workflow.
- Share editing duties with the Executive Editor, including topline edits, line edits, and copy edits to audio and digital stories.
- Collaborate closely with our audience team to identify strategies to grow our reach and maximize our impact.
- Identify opportunities to partner with other media outlets.
- Supervise three Reporters/Producers and guide their professional development.