About The Dispatch: At a time of growing industry uncertainty and an alarming erosion of civic discourse, The Dispatch stands out as a platform for thoughtful coverage, respectful dialogue, and a wildly engaged community of paying members. We bring a perspective—we’re right-of-center—but we’re fiercely independent, standing apart from media outlets increasingly engaged in partisan boosterism. Started in 2019 by Steve Hayes, the editor-in-chief of The Weekly Standard, and Jonah Goldberg, editor at National Review, The Dispatch has filled a valuable gap in the media ecosystem as captured by articles in the New York Times, Vanity Fair, The Atlantic, and other publications.

Overview: The Dispatch is seeking a highly organized, news-obsessed editor to lead our flagship weekday newsletter, The Morning Dispatch (TMD). This role requires a deep familiarity with the fast-moving news cycle, an ability to juggle multiple storylines simultaneously, and the editorial leadership to keep a small team operating with clarity, discipline, and purpose. The ideal candidate brings sharp editorial instincts, exceptional process-management skills, and a passion for delivering timely, high-quality journalism that cuts through the noise.

—Lead the production of The Morning Dispatch, our Monday-Friday newsletter covering politics, policy, world affairs, economics, and culture with clarity and credibility.

—Manage and edit a team of two to three reporters, setting clear daily goals and ensuring assignments are executed efficiently.

—Build and refine internal processes to improve speed, consistency, and collaboration, ensuring deadlines are met and the newsletter is published on time, every time.

—Track breaking news and the broader media narrative with near-constant attention, identifying stories that matter and angles that differentiate TMD from the pack.

—Write and edit daily content with an emphasis on accuracy, accessibility, and editorial integrity.

—Maintain the voice and editorial standards of TMD while evolving format and content mix in response to news events and audience feedback.

—Collaborate with other editors and teams across The Dispatch to coordinate coverage and manage resource allocation for big stories or major news days.

—Occasionally contribute to other Dispatch editorial products.

—5+ years of experience in political or general-assignment journalism, including at least 2 years in an editing or newsroom management role. A background in explanatory journalism is a plus.

—Deep obsession with the daily news cycle and strong instincts for which stories truly matter and why.

—Proven ability to manage newsroom workflows and build or improve editorial processes that drive consistency and quality under daily deadlines.

—Excellent writing, line-editing, and copy-editing skills, with a gift for breaking down complex topics for a smart, general audience.

—Experience mentoring or managing reporters, with a focus on clear communication and constructive editorial feedback.

—High level of attention to detail and commitment to editorial accuracy, fairness, and nonpartisan analysis.

—Familiarity with newsletter platforms and CMS tools (e.g., WordPress, Iterable).

—Comfortable working in a digital-first newsroom, managing remote collaboration, and adapting quickly to fast-moving developments.

—Willingness to work early mornings or evenings as needed to meet publishing deadlines and respond to breaking news.