Top 60 Senior writer/editor Jobs in Washington, Dc

Senior Writer, CNN This Morning
Warner Bros. Discovery —Washington, DC
- $108,675 - $201,825 a year
- 5 years
- Mentoring
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Sr. Technical Writer/Editor
CSSI, Inc. —Washington, DC
- Hybrid work
- 11+ years
- English
- Senior level
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Senior Technical Writer/Editor
Zantech —Arlington, VA
- Full-time
- Office
- Senior level
- Communication skills
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Senior Writer/Editor
ADVANCED MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES GROUP(AMSG) —Arlington, VA
- 5 years
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
Technical Writer/Editor
CSSI, Inc. —Washington, DC
- Hybrid work
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
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Senior Strategic Writer
Spirit of America —Arlington, VA
- $102,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- 5 years
- Office
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
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Senior Philanthropy Writer, Donor Communications - R4403
World Wildlife Fund, Inc. —Washington, DC
- $95,600 - $119,500 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- 6 years
- Research
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Technical Proposal Writer (Technical Editor And Writer 5)
HII —Fairfax, VA
- $121,645 - $180,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Microsoft Excel
- Office
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Senior Editor
Ballast Research —Washington, DC
- $105,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Team management
- Senior level
- Time management
Editorial Content Manager - Washington, DC
Dechert LLP —Washington, DC
- $140,000 - $160,000 a year
- 7 years
- English
- Office
4d
Senior Editor, Brand & Narrative
Stand Together —Arlington, VA
- $120,000 - $145,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Supervising experience
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Editorial Lead
Freedman Consulting —Washington, DC
- $150,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Analysis skills
- Team management
- Health insurance
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Senior Editorial Manager, Features (National Geographic)
National Geographic —Washington, DC
- $139,200 - $195,500 a year
- 7 years
- Management
- Organizational skills
6d
Editor, Editorial – Development
Stand Together —Arlington, VA
- $110,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Managing Editor
The Aspen Institute —Washington, DC
- $93,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Senior Editor, Physics Today
American Institute of Physics Incorporated —College Park, MD
- $101,981 - $112,179 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- 8 years
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
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Proposal Writer - Washington, D.C.
Veo - Corporate Careers —Washington, DC
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Remote
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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5d
Senior Associate Editor
Ballast Research —Washington, DC
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Senior level
Senior Director, Executive Communications.
National Geographic Society —Washington, DC
- $185,250 - $195,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Mentoring
- Wellness program
- Commuter assistance
8d
Junior Technical Writer/Editor- Federal Programs
Chevo LLC —Washington, DC
- $64,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays

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Senior Writer, CNN This Morning

Warner Bros. Discovery -
Washington, DC

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Job Details

$108,675 - $201,825 a year

Benefits

Wellness program
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Content writing
Journalistic writing

Full Job Description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.

To see what it’s like to work at CNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X!

Your New Role…

CNN seeks a talented Sr. Writer to join the CNN This Morning with Audie Cornish team!

Your Role Accountabilities...

Serve as the lead writer for CNN This Morning with Audie Cornish, helping shape the editorial voice and pacing of the broadcast program.
Write clear, conversational, accurate, and engaging scripts for live television under tight deadlines.
Assess and develop conversations with key guests, identifying the most compelling and probing line of questioning for panelists.
Quickly and accurately curate the show's most important, complex, or breaking news stories, translating complicated information into compelling, audience-focused broadcast storytelling.
Collaborate closely with producers, copy editors, line producers, anchor, and editorial leadership to ensure accuracy, clarity, and strong editorial judgment throughout the broadcast.
Format scripts, review graphics and video elements, incorporate editorial updates, and ensure all production elements align with the latest reporting.
Maintain exceptional attention to detail, ensuring scripts meet CNN editorial standards for accuracy, fairness, tone, and legal considerations.
Respond quickly to breaking news, revising scripts in real time as stories develop and priorities shift.
Fill in for copy editors, producers, and other editorial roles as needed to support daily production.
Mentor and help develop junior writers by providing coaching, feedback, and guidance on writing style, editorial standards, and newsroom workflows.
Contribute editorial ideas, story framing, and creative approaches that strengthen the show's daily coverage.
Work collaboratively in a fast-paced control room and newsroom environment where priorities may change rapidly.
Early morning hours, flexibility, and occasional schedule adjustments are required for this position.

Your Qualifications & Experience…

College degree preferred or equivalent in work experience.
Five or more years of professional broadcast news writing experience in a national newsroom or major-market television newsroom.
Demonstrated excellence in writing for live television with strong command of conversational broadcast style.
Proven ability to thrive under deadline pressure while maintaining accuracy and sound editorial judgment.
Strong news judgment and a deep understanding of domestic, international, political, and breaking news coverage.
Experience writing for live, unscripted, and breaking news programming.
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple editorial and production teams.
Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
Experience mentoring or leading writers is preferred.
Familiarity with newsroom computer systems, Inews, VizPilot, for rundowns and script formatting, graphics and production workflows.
Must be able to work early morning hours and adapt to changing news priorities in a 24/7 news environment.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $108,675.00 - $201,825.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

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senior writer/editor jobs in washington, dc

Senior Writer, CNN This Morning

Sr. Technical Writer/Editor

Senior Technical Writer/Editor

Senior Writer/Editor

Technical Writer/Editor

Senior Strategic Writer

Senior Philanthropy Writer, Donor Communications - R4403

Technical Proposal Writer (Technical Editor And Writer 5)

Senior Editor

Editorial Content Manager - Washington, DC

Senior Editor, Brand & Narrative

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Editor, Editorial – Development

Managing Editor

Senior Editor, Physics Today

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Senior Director, Executive Communications.

Junior Technical Writer/Editor- Federal Programs

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