Managing Editor

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The Daily Wire

India Full-Time On-site 1–1 LPA

Posted 9 hours ago • Apply by May 20, 2026

Job Description

The Daily Wire is seeking a Managing Editor to oversee the daily operations and performance of its editorial team. Reporting to the Editor-in-Chief, this role ensures all written content meets the organization’s standards for accuracy, clarity, voice, style, and brand alignment across all publishing channels.

The Managing Editor directs editorial planning, assigns and manages workloads for writers and editors, maintains quality-control systems, and ensures deadlines are consistently met. This position bridges creative, strategic, and administrative functions, driving efficient workflows, supporting staff development, and coordinating closely with cross-functional teams to execute a high-performing, mission-aligned editorial operation.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day editorial operations, including assignments, editing workflows, content reviews, and publication schedules across all platforms
Ensure all content meets organizational standards for accuracy, voice, style, legal compliance, and brand alignment
Translate editorial strategy into actionable plans, priorities, and publishing calendars in partnership with the Editor-in-Chief
Manage, mentor, and develop editorial staff through hiring, onboarding, performance management, and ongoing coaching
Assign and balance workloads across writers, editors, and contractors to ensure efficient execution and consistent deadline performance
Oversee editing, fact-checking, approvals, and quality-control systems to maintain consistency and prevent errors
Collaborate cross-functionally with legal, marketing, design, video, production, and digital teams to support integrated publishing initiatives
Oversee editorial resources, documentation, freelancers, and reporting while supporting data-informed editorial decision-making

Experience & Requirements

Background in Film, Television, Media, Communications, Creative Writing, Journalism, or related field preferred
Proven leadership experience in newsroom, editorial, publishing, or content-management environments
Expertise in editing, story development, fact-checking, and content structuring across multiple formats. Strong command of grammar, editorial best practices, and brand voice application
Exceptional organizational and project-management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines
Experience managing teams, giving feedback, and developing talent
Strong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to foster collaboration, clarity, and accountability
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment with shifting priorities
High degree of professionalism, discretion, and editorial judgment

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