Digital Editor

Ad Age is seeking a meticulous and adaptable Digital Editor
to join our dynamic newsroom team. In this role, you'll work closely with reporters and editors to refine stories ranging from quick‑turnaround breaking news to in‑depth features and annual projects. With a sharp eye for accuracy, a passion for clarity and a commitment to editorial excellence, you'll play a key role in shaping high‑quality content that resonates with our audience.

This is a full‑time position, preferably based from our Manhattan office. It may also be remote from a home office in any of the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, IL, MD, MA, MI, MN, NV, NY, NC, OH, OR, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, and Washington, DC. Working hours are Eastern Time.

• Help plan daily site and content schedules with editorial leadership
• Copyedit, proofread, schedule and publish stories on
• Regularly update and optimise homepage content
• Ensure all copy adheres to Ad Age editorial standards and style guidelines
• Partner with reporters to strengthen digital storytelling, headlines and presentation
• Write, test and optimise headlines and display copy
• Coordinate with the design team on story visuals and media assets
• Collaborate with editors and reporters to package stories for maximum impact across digital platforms
• Build, test, schedule and distribute newsletters, including alerts, dailies, weeklies and special editions
• Use audience data and performance insights to inform editorial decisions and improve content presentation
• Assist editors and reporters with CMS‑related workflows and troubleshooting
• Serve as backup for the Managing Editor when needed

• Three+ years of experience editing in a fast‑paced digital publishing or newsroom environment
• Strong copy editing and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work efficiently under deadline pressure
• Experience editing a range of news‑driven content accurately and consistently
• Basic knowledge of HTML
• Familiarity with AI tools and a thoughtful approach to using them to improve newsroom workflows while maintaining editorial standards
• Strong headline writing skills and a feel for digital storytelling
• Understanding of how imagery, video and embedded media enhance editorial content
• Comfort working within CMS platforms and digital publishing workflows

• Knowledge of the advertising, marketing and media industries
• Experience working in B2B media or trade publishing
• Experience in a news‑driven editorial organization
• Familiarity with web analytics and audience performance tools
• Knowledge of AP style

The estimated salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000. The final salary offering will take into account a wide range of factors, including experience, accomplishments and location. In addition to base salary, Ad Age offers competitive benefits including retirement plan savings contributions and bonus opportunities based on individual and company performance.

Ad Age is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. All employees and applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations for disabilities as required by law.