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Allbritton Journalism Institute is currently accepting applications for:
AJI Reporting Fellows
AJI is currently accepting applications for its 2025-2027 class of reporting fellows. Applications are due February 19, 2025. Apply here, read about the experiences of current fellows here, and read an FAQ here. If you have any questions about the fellowship or the application, please email admissions@aji.org.
Copy Chief
Company: NOTUS / Allbritton Journalism Institute
Location: Washington, D.C.
NOTUS, a new kind of D.C. publication and the newsroom of the Allbritton Journalism Institute, is seeking a Copy Chief. This person will manage our copy editing team and set the standards for content published on NOTUS. Our copy chief will collaborate with editors and reporters to ensure the copy we publish is meticulous and adheres to our standards and style guides. The copy chief will also maintain our in-house stylebook.
Responsibilities:
- Copy edit all NOTUS content, including breaking news, long-form journalism, social media posts, and our daily newsletter. Our copy editing team serves as the last line of defense before content is published and distributed to audiences.
- Copy edit Allbritton Journalism Institute communications, including news releases and fundraising pitches.
- Day-to-day management of our copy editing team.
- Update our in-house stylebook as needed and ensure teams are aware of changes.
Qualifications:
- Strong command of AP style, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-moving news environment.
- 3+ years of experience in digital journalism, preferably in politics or policy.
- Interest in politics, elections, and the inner workings of Capitol Hill.
Benefits:
- Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Health, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off, including generous parental leave
- 403(b) and/or ROTH 403(b) plans
How to Apply: Email resume and a cover letter to careers@aji.org. Please include “Copy Chief” in the subject line.