Baku, Azerbaijan / Local candidates only
We are looking for an experienced Senior Editor (News Output) to join a high-level international media project in Baku.
The successful candidate will lead news output during assigned shifts, making key editorial decisions regarding story selection, running order and presentation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the news desk during assigned shifts
- Select stories and determine the running order
- Assign tasks to journalists and producers
- Edit scripts, headlines and on-screen text for accuracy and clarity
- Lead editorial coverage during breaking news
- Verify sources and materials before broadcast
- Ensure compliance with editorial standards
- Coordinate coverage with correspondents and the planning desk
- Coach journalists and provide structured editorial feedback
- Contribute to editorial and style guidelines
Requirements:
- Minimum 10 years of experience in news journalism
- At least 5 years as a Senior Editor, Output Editor or Shift Editor
- Proven experience leading live breaking news coverage
- Excellent Azerbaijani writing and editing skills
- Good working English for collaboration with international colleagues
- Strong editorial judgement and ability to make fast decisions
- Hands-on approach and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced newsroom
The role offers a highly competitive financial package, participation in international news projects and professional training opportunities abroad.
Interested candidates can send their CV to the e-mail address in the Apply for job button.
