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Commissioning Editor, FT Weekend Magazine
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Commissioning Editor, FT Weekend Magazine
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About the Role
FT Weekend magazine is seeking a commissioning editor to work on some of the FT’s highest-profile and most exciting long-form journalism. This is an important position in a busy department, requiring an editor with strong storytelling abilities and a sharp eye for memorable, provocative and revelatory stories across a breadth of subjects.
We are looking for an experienced journalist with a record of and passion for assigning the kinds of long-form pieces readers talk about, share and remember for years in the future.
Key Responsibilities
- Commission and edit long-form features for the weekly magazine
- Plan, commission and edit special issues
- Pitch story ideas and writers from both within and outside the FT
- Contribute to the magazine team & additional duties as assigned by the editor
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Requirements
- Experience as an editor, including experience with editing:
- Magazine features
- Narrative long-form
- Reportage
- Investigations
- Criticism or literary nonfiction
- Experience coaching writers through all stages of the reporting and writing process, including securing access and working through multiple rounds of drafts
- An ideas machine, who generates sophisticated, imaginative and delightful coverage
- Strong network of contacts and the ability to scour for new talent both inside and outside the FT
- Search and social media optimisation expertise, including:
- Writing compelling headings for print, web and social media
- Copy-editing and fact-checking skills with extreme attention to detail
- Ability to meet deadlines and work under time pressure
The ideal candidate will be creative, well-organised and thrive in a highly collaborative, low-drama team environment. While print magazine experience is desirable, we welcome candidates from other journalism backgrounds who have demonstrated prowess in long-form journalism.
Closing Date
Please submit your application by 9pm on Sunday, 19th July.
FT’s Approach to AI
Original reporting, great writing, and intelligent commentary are at the heart of FT journalism. Our readers trust us to produce accurate, thoughtful journalism. As such, FT editorial staff do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools by default to write articles or create other reader-facing content.
There may be specific, pre-approved areas where AI assists with tasks—for instance, aiding data research for investigations. We anticipate that applicants should not use AI in their job submissions. Any written test material should genuinely reflect your skills and experience.
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We believe in harnessing different perspectives to shape our organization. We are focused on fostering a workplace where all voices are heard, respected, valued, and where employees feel free to fully engage.
We strive to remove all barriers, particularly those faced by individuals from underrepresented backgrounds.
Benefits
Our benefits vary depending on location but we aim to provide best-in-class perks:
- Generous annual leave
- Comprehensive medical cover
- Inclusive parental leave packages
- Subsidized gym memberships
- Community engagement opportunities
More details about our benefits here.
Working Conditions
FT Newsroom staff are expected to work onsite a minimum of 3 days per week, subject to role needs, with the potential for flexible options, which will be individually assessed. Editorial roles, however, may not qualify for all patterns of flexible working.
Accessibility
We are a disability confident employer and have signed the Valuable 500 pledge.
If you require reasonable adjustments or personal modifications to enable participation during the application or interview process, please contact us—we are happy to accommodate your needs. Reach out via talent@ft.com for assistance or with questions.
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