The New York Times
Editor, Audience — A.I. and Emerging Platforms
$160K–$180K
New York, NY · Full-time · Posted Apr 22, 2026
- Experience
- 7+ years of experience in digital journalism, with a demonstrated track record of working with AI and emerging platforms.
About the job
Develop audience strategies for surfacing The New York Times’ journalism on AI and emerging platforms, while advising on partnerships and measuring editorial impact.
What you'll do
- Identify and test new distribution platforms and programming strategies, then report on results and how news organizations appear in AI queries.
- Advise on AI platform agreements and coordinate newsroom, Partnerships, Legal, and AI teams to manage audience-focused partnerships and special projects.
- Analyze how AI discovery affects the audience funnel and develop ways to measure editorial interventions.
What they ask for
- In-depth knowledge of the search landscape, including AI and emerging technologies.
- Ability to drive work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills.
Nice to have
- Knowledge of Times style or ability to learn and apply it quickly.
- Passion for The New York Times’ mission and commitment to its innovation and growth.
Pay
$160,000 — $180,000 USD (base salary)
AI focus
Work includes assessing and managing journalism’s presence and partnerships on AI platforms, tracking AI discovery and query visibility, and measuring effects on audience strategies.
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