Editor, Newsletter Expansion (Remote)

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Why this role matters:
APNews.com islooking for an editor for newsletter expansiontolead the development, launch and optimization of a growing portfolio of newsletters. This person will partner closely with the newsroom toidentifyopportunities, testnewideas,and build newsletters that deepen relationships with readers and convert them into loyal supporters and donors.

This role is both strategic and hands-on: you will shape the roadmap for new launches, design and run experiments and continuously improve performance across the portfolio. Success in this role means growing our newsletter subscriber base, increasingengagementand building newsletters into a meaningful driver of donations.

This is anindividually contributing rolethat will report directly tothe Head of Newsletters.

What you will do:

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  Own the strategy and roadmap for launching and scaling newsletters across topics,formatsand audiences

  
  

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  Partner with newsroom leaders and reporters toidentifyhigh-potential newsletter concepts and translate editorial strengths into compelling products

  
  

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  Design, launch and iterate on new newsletters using a test-and-learn approach (format, cadence, tone, value proposition)

  
  

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  Build and manage a robust experimentation pipeline (A/B testing subject lines, signup flows, onboarding, content structure, send times)

  
  

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  Contribute directly to newsletter production and writing as needed, especially during launches, major news moments and testing phases, helping ensure strategy is informed by hands-on audience engagement

  
  

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  Analyze performance and reader behavior to inform decisions; define and track key metrics across acquisition,engagementand conversion

  
  

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  Optimizethe full lifecycle: acquisition (signup), activation (first reads), retention (habit formation)and monetization (donations)

  
  

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  Collaborate with product,designand engineering to improve newsletter tooling,templatesand signup experiences

  
  

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  Develop playbooks and best practices for the newsroom to create and sustain successful newsletters

  
  

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  Identifyopportunities to integrate newsletters into broader audience funnels and campaigns

  
  

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Who you are:

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  5+ years of experience in newsletters, audience development, product, or growth roles (media experience strongly preferred)

  
  

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  Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

  
  

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  Demonstrated success launching and scaling newsletter products or similar owned channels

  
  

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  Strong product mindset: comfortable with experimentation,iterationand data-informed decision-making

  
  

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  Experience with email platforms and analytics tools (e.g.,Sailthru, Mailchimp, Substack, Parse.ly, GA4, etc.)

  
  

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  Ability to translate editorial goals into audience and revenue outcomes

  
  

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  Strong collaboration skills; able to work effectively with journalists and cross-functional teams

  
  

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  Clear communicator who can turn insights into action

  
  

Preferred Skills/Experience:

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  Experience with donation or membership programs

  
  

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  Familiarity with lifecycle marketing and CRM strategies

  
  

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  Experience building audience funnels and conversion journeys

  
  

Why join us:

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  A mission-driven, inclusive environment focused on both individual and collective success.

  
  

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  Opportunities for professional development to help you reach your career goals.

  
  

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  Access to tools, mentorship, and resources tailored to elevate yourproficiencyand contributions.

  
  

Salary & Benefits:

This position is covered by The Associated Press' contract with the News Media Guild, whichprovides foran annual salary for Class A staff of between $53,477 and $85,214 based on location and years of professional experience.The salary range for this position is $76,399.44 to $85,214.00.Compensation iscontingenton a job candidate's skills,qualificationsand market location.Employees are eligible toparticipate, according to the terms of the official plan documents, in a 401(k) plan and employer-sponsored health insuranceplan, andare eligible for paid time off and holidaysin accordance withAP policy.

The Associated Press offers comprehensive benefits which include:

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  Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage

  
  

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  Retirement benefits

  
  

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  Company paid life insurance

  
  

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  Paid vacation and sick days

  
  

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  Paid parental leave for any new parent

  
  

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  Mental health resources

  
  

Application deadline isJune 11, 2026, at 11:59p.m. ET.

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