Head of Editorial, Axios Live

The role

This senior leader will oversee the Axios Live editorial team and set the editorial vision for all event formats. The role manages people, connects booking and coverage silos, and serves as a liaison to the broader newsroom.

What you will do

• Set the editorial vision and strategy for Axios Live programming.
• Ensure editorial outputs meet Axios standards and Smart Brevity style.
• Lead and develop the Axios Live editorial team.
• Serve as the primary liaison to the broader newsroom.
• Partner with Communications to align on promotion and coverage.
• Lead copy editing and final editorial review of external-facing materials.
• Develop event concepts, programming arcs, and editorial frameworks.
• Partner with Sales and Partnerships to design sponsored programming.
• Contribute to strategic growth including new formats and revenue opportunities.
• Connect Booking and Coverage functions.

Required qualifications

• 12 - 15+ years of journalism or editorial experience.
• Significant experience leading teams and complex editorial operations.
• Significant experience in live news, events, TV or video production, or related fields.
• Proven success working in, or closely with, a newsroom.
• Excellent writing, copy editing, and research skills.
• Deep familiarity with digital and social media landscapes.
• Strong understanding of Axios’ Smart Brevity style.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and scale editorial teams.
• Ability to operate in high-pressure situations and meet tight deadlines.
• Extensive rolodex of senior leaders, policymakers, CEOs, and other newsmakers.
• Understanding of how editorial excellence supports business goals.
• Ability to travel for major events and activations.

Nice to have

• Experience with video editing, live production, or broadcast
• Background in media, policy, Capitol Hill, or political campaigns

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Robust PPO and high-deductible health insurance options
• Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution
• Dental and vision coverage
• Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
• Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
• One mental health day per quarter
• Annual learning and development stipend
• $100 monthly work-from-home stipend
• Tele-mental health services through Headspace
• OneMedical membership
• Personal health advocacy resources through HealthAdvocate

About the company

Axios is a modern media company dedicated to providing trustworthy, award-winning news content in an audience-first format.