Trends editor – The US Sun

The U.S. Sun is looking for an experienced trends editor to join its team in New York.

Why join the team?

Part of News Corp, The U.S. Sun is a growing digital news publication covering news, entertainment, lifestyle and other subjects.

The publication launched in the US in 2020 and says it has exceeded its traffic and revenue goals since launch.

About the role

As trends editor, you will lead a team producing multi-platform content for The U.S. Sun’s audiences. You will work with other department heads to maximise output and share insights.

You will identify and break national stories involving major retailers, legislation, policy and everyday issues affecting Americans. You will assign, edit and publish stories across subjects including trending news, health, lifestyle, motoring, technology and travel.

You will also develop search engine optimisation (SEO) and search-led content strategies to increase readership and search visibility. Using analytics, Google Trends, Parsely and audience performance data, you will help inform editorial decisions while maintaining accuracy, speed and editorial standards in a high-volume breaking news environment.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor emerging news and trends across areas including lifestyle, motoring, technology and general news, turning them into accurate and engaging stories.
• Identify subjects likely to engage audiences, develop strong headlines and conduct on-camera interviews when required.
• Oversee same-day stories and original, exclusive reporting, ensuring content meets legal, ethical and editorial standards.
• Work with teams including video and social media to maximise audience reach and engagement.
• Edit copy to ensure it is compelling and consistent with The U.S. Sun’s editorial voice.
• Use audience analytics to identify trending stories and inform coverage.

Essential criteria

• At least three to five years’ experience in digital journalism, with experience of managing a team of journalists.
• Strong writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to write clearly, concisely and engagingly.
• Experience of analytics tools, SEO, social media and digital audience growth strategies.
• An understanding of the legal and ethical standards relevant to published content.
• The ability to work under pressure, make quick decisions and adapt in a fast-moving newsroom.

Salary and benefits

The role offers a competitive salary based on experience, with benefits including healthcare, dental cover and a 401(k) retirement plan.

The successful candidate will also have opportunities for career development within the newsroom.

Location and working pattern

The role is full-time and based at The U.S. Sun’s Midtown Manhattan office, which has a subsidised restaurant and fitness centre.

Regular office hours apply, with occasional evening and weekend shifts.

Equality and diversity

The U.S. Sun values diversity and is an equal opportunities employer. It states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.