Blog Editor; Remote

About the Role

The Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting. Founded in 1846, AP today remains the most trusted source of fast, accurate, unbiased news in all formats and the essential provider of the technology and services vital to the news business. The Associated Press is seeking a dynamic Live Blog News Editor to join our growing team of journalists dedicated to engaging digital audiences.

If you are passionate about live, real‑time news coverage, thrive in fast‑paced environments, and understand how to reach audiences online, we want to hear from you.

• Plan, execute, and edit live blogs for breaking news events ensuring real‑time updates are timely, accurate, and relevant.
• Promote and implement best practices in live blogging across AP’s global news gathering and production teams.
• Collaborate with reporters, editors, and contributors to maintain a cohesive narrative and compelling presentation.
• Commission and curate visual elements—photos, video, and graphics—to strengthen text‑based updates.
• Coordinate live video streams and clips for key moments in breaking news and major events.
• Monitor reader interactions and audience signals to foster engagement and respond quickly.
• Optimize live blogs for search by updating SEO fields, headlines, and display elements in real time.
• Track performance metrics to refine live blog strategies and improve audience reach.
• Ensure all content meets AP standards for accuracy, clarity, fairness, and timeliness.
• Lead training sessions for editors and reporters on live blog best practices and CMS usage.

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an editor, reporter, video producer, or social media producer at a daily newspaper, broadcast station, online or digital outlet, or AP bureau.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Advanced‑level proficiency in written and spoken English; additional languages a plus.
• Ability and willingness to work nights and weekends as coverage demands.

• Strong news judgment and the ability to identify and elevate stories that resonate with audiences.
• Proficiency with video and visual tools such as Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, and Canva.
• Familiarity with best practices in SEO, social media strategy, and audience engagement.
• Ability to write clean, conversational copy under tight deadlines.
• Strong collaboration skills across text, photo, video, audio, digital/social, interactive, and graphics teams.
• Commitment to innovation, inclusivity, integrity, and objectivity.

This position is covered by The Associated Press’ contract with the News Media Guild, which provides an annual salary for Class A staff of between $53,477 and $85,214 based on location and years of professional experience. Compensation is contingent on a job candidate’s skills, qualifications, and market location. Employees are eligible to participate, according to the terms of the official plan documents, in a 401(k) plan and employer‑sponsored health insurance plan, and are eligible for paid time off and holidays in accordance with AP policy.

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid vacation and sick days.
• Paid parental leave for any new parent.
• Mental health resources.

AP seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.