The Daily Wire is seeking an Opinion Editor to serve as a senior editorial leader shaping and elevating our opinion and commentary coverage. In this role, you will guide the development, editing, and publication of timely, persuasive pieces on news, politics, and culture, ensuring each contribution reflects The Daily Wire’s mission and meets high standards for clarity, factual grounding, and responsible argumentation. You will work closely with contributors and editorial leadership to define the voice of the opinion section, manage a diverse group of writers, and help frame public debate through principled, well-reasoned perspectives that inform and influence a broad audience.
Primary Responsibilities
Set the strategic direction for the opinion section in alignment with organizational mission and editorial priorities
Identify key news, political, and cultural issues requiring commentary and ensure timely, relevant coverage
Oversee opinion pieces from pitch through publication, refining arguments, structure, and clarity
Ensure opinion content is persuasive, coherent, and consistent with editorial standards
Manage columnists and contributors by assigning pieces, setting expectations, and enforcing deadlines
Provide editorial feedback and coaching to strengthen writing quality and argumentation
Partner with legal counsel and senior editors to manage legal, ethical, and reputational risk
Collaborate with newsroom, homepage, and audience teams to coordinate publication and distribution
Experience & Requirements
Background in Journalism, Communications, Political Science, or related field preferred.
Strong editorial judgment in opinion journalism
Exceptional editing and argument-structuring skills
Ability to manage writers and contributors in a fast-paced environment
Deep understanding of news, politics, and cultural discourse
Clear sense of editorial voice and persuasive writing standards
Additional Information
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