Associate Editor

Cato Institute

Associate Editor managing editorial and production processes for Free Society Magazine. Collaborating with design, marketing, and digital teams to amplify libertarian ideas.

Posted 6/16/2026full-timeWashington, DC • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $45,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in developing and refining story ideas, coordinating pitches, assigning articles, and editing drafts
Manage editorial calendars, track drafts and revisions, and maintain efficient production workflows
Collaborate closely with Cato’s design, marketing, and digital teams on layout, visuals, promotion, and distribution
Help drive the magazine’s outreach strategy—amplifying stories, engaging new audiences, and strengthening reader relationships
Contribute to long-term editorial planning and the evolution of the magazine as it grows

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of professional experience in journalism, editing, or publishing
A Bachelor’s degree preferred
A passion for classical liberal or libertarian ideas
Experience with digital marketing or audience-growth strategies
Experience working with CRM tools such as Salesforce is preferred
Experience in newsrooms or similar fast-paced media environments is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA)
Generous vacation and sick days
Paid parental leave
Employer-provided life and disability insurance
401(k) employer match
Transit/ Parking benefits
Pet discount plan

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Hard Skills & Tools

journalismeditingpublishingdigital marketingaudience-growth strategies

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationorganizationstrategic planning