Editorial Assistant, The Cut

Location: New York, NY, United States

Salary: $65,000–$80,000 USD per year

Company

Vox Media is a modern media company that publishes New York Magazine and The Cut, covering essential conversations about culture, society, and current events.

What you will do

• Scan the news each morning and identify important stories across Power, Culture, Self, and Style.
• Write two short news posts per day in The Cut’s tone, with the first post targeted for publication by 10:00 AM.
• Monitor politics, culture trends, celebrity news, social media, and breaking developments.
• Manage editorial calendars, deadlines, meeting schedules, agendas, notes, and travel or event itineraries.
• Research brands, talent, and upcoming events; support pitch decks, staff events, award shows, and Cut Summit planning.
• Provide administrative support to editors and the EIC, including sample logistics, fashion and beauty closet organization, and general office coordination.

Requirements

• Two years of writing experience.
• Ability to write quickly and cleanly, independently solve problems, and work before the editorial team’s day begins.
• Strong news judgment and an understanding of The Cut’s tone and editorial sensibility.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage calendars, deadlines, meetings, and editorial operations.
• Ability to follow politics, culture trends, celebrity news, and social media developments closely.

Nice to have

• Experience with calendar management.
• Experience researching brands, talent, fashion, beauty, or events.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and an environment where people can contribute authentically.
• Reasonable accommodations are available during the application process.
• Equal opportunity employment and consideration under applicable fair-chance laws.

Hiring process

• The recruiting team reviews applications and contacts candidates through official Vox Media email addresses.