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Editor roles at U.S. publishers, media companies, and content studios can qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers document that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing an I-140 petition on your behalf, leading to permanent residency rather than a temporary work status.
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The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for.
T Magazine is looking for the next visionary editor who will helm the magazine’s coverage of fashion, art, design, food, interiors and travel. Over the last 20 years, T has established itself as a tastemaker, innovator and convener that chronicles culture and the artists who create it. You will continue to elevate and inspire T’s readers while overseeing a vibrant digital report across multiple formats and its high-impact print issues. You will also be responsible for leading a team of journalists, and ensuring their success, morale, and development. This is an in-office position, based in New York City and includes regular attendance in the office four days each week.
Responsibilities
- Lead a multiformat report, including incorporating visual and other forms into the report and a premium print product
- Develop and uphold the culture of T Magazine
- Collaborate with colleagues on desks across the newsroom and in advertising and other areas of the company
- Manage the desk, including setting desk goals and overseeing performance
- Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world
- You will report to Sam Dolnick, Deputy Managing Editor
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of experience as an editor
- Experience managing large teams of reporters and editors
- Experience assigning stories and directing coverage
- Experience working at or editing a magazine
- Track record of embracing new storytelling forms
- Strong creative vision
- Demonstrated leadership experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience editing culture and lifestyle topics
- An eagerness to coach and support colleagues
COMPENSATION
- The annual base pay range for this role is between: $260,000 - $290,000 USD
- For roles in the U.S., dependent on your role, you may be eligible for variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock.
BENEFITS
Benefits may include medical, dental and vision benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s), a company-matching 401(k) plan, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement and professional development programs. For roles outside of the U.S., information on benefits will be provided during the interview process.
The New York Times Company is committed to being the world’s best source of independent, reliable and quality journalism. To do so, we embrace a diverse workforce that has a broad range of backgrounds and experiences across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)’s Know Your Rights Poster is available here.
The New York Times Company will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email reasonable.accommodations@nytimes.com. Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
The Company encourages those with criminal histories to apply, and will consider their applications in a manner consistent with applicable "Fair Chance" laws, including but not limited to the NYC Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act.
For information about The New York Times' privacy practices for job applicants click here.
Please beware of fraudulent job postings. Scammers may post fraudulent job opportunities, and they may even make fraudulent employment offers. This is done by bad actors to collect personal information and money from victims. All legitimate job opportunities from The New York Times will be accessible through The New York Times careers site. The New York Times will not ask job applicants for financial information or for payment, and will not refer you to a third party to do so. You should never send money to anyone who suggests they can provide employment with The New York Times. If you see a fake or fraudulent job posting, or if you suspect you have received a fraudulent offer, you can report it to The New York Times at NYTapplicants@nytimes.com. You can also file a report with the Federal Trade Commission or your state attorney general.
INTRODUCTION
The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for.
T Magazine is looking for the next visionary editor who will helm the magazine’s coverage of fashion, art, design, food, interiors and travel. Over the last 20 years, T has established itself as a tastemaker, innovator and convener that chronicles culture and the artists who create it. You will continue to elevate and inspire T’s readers while overseeing a vibrant digital report across multiple formats and its high-impact print issues. You will also be responsible for leading a team of journalists, and ensuring their success, morale, and development. This is an in-office position, based in New York City and includes regular attendance in the office four days each week.
Responsibilities
- Lead a multiformat report, including incorporating visual and other forms into the report and a premium print product
- Develop and uphold the culture of T Magazine
- Collaborate with colleagues on desks across the newsroom and in advertising and other areas of the company
- Manage the desk, including setting desk goals and overseeing performance
- Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world
- You will report to Sam Dolnick, Deputy Managing Editor
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of experience as an editor
- Experience managing large teams of reporters and editors
- Experience assigning stories and directing coverage
- Experience working at or editing a magazine
- Track record of embracing new storytelling forms
- Strong creative vision
- Demonstrated leadership experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience editing culture and lifestyle topics
- An eagerness to coach and support colleagues
COMPENSATION
- The annual base pay range for this role is between: $260,000 - $290,000 USD
- For roles in the U.S., dependent on your role, you may be eligible for variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock.
BENEFITS
Benefits may include medical, dental and vision benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s), a company-matching 401(k) plan, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement and professional development programs. For roles outside of the U.S., information on benefits will be provided during the interview process.
The New York Times Company is committed to being the world’s best source of independent, reliable and quality journalism. To do so, we embrace a diverse workforce that has a broad range of backgrounds and experiences across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)’s Know Your Rights Poster is available here.
The New York Times Company will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email reasonable.accommodations@nytimes.com. Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
The Company encourages those with criminal histories to apply, and will consider their applications in a manner consistent with applicable "Fair Chance" laws, including but not limited to the NYC Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act.
For information about The New York Times' privacy practices for job applicants click here.
Please beware of fraudulent job postings. Scammers may post fraudulent job opportunities, and they may even make fraudulent employment offers. This is done by bad actors to collect personal information and money from victims. All legitimate job opportunities from The New York Times will be accessible through The New York Times careers site. The New York Times will not ask job applicants for financial information or for payment, and will not refer you to a third party to do so. You should never send money to anyone who suggests they can provide employment with The New York Times. If you see a fake or fraudulent job posting, or if you suspect you have received a fraudulent offer, you can report it to The New York Times at NYTapplicants@nytimes.com. You can also file a report with the Federal Trade Commission or your state attorney general.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Editor
Match your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
EB-2 requires a master's degree or bachelor's plus five years of progressive editorial experience. EB-3 covers roles needing a bachelor's alone. Confirm which category fits your background before targeting roles, since PERM filing language must align with the actual job requirements.
Build a portfolio that documents specialization
PERM audits often scrutinize whether a foreign editor's skills are genuinely distinct from the U.S. labor pool. Curate clips, editorial credits, and style-guide samples that demonstrate a defined niche, such as technical, academic, or multilingual content editing.
Target publishers with established PERM filing history
Publishing houses, digital media companies, and university presses that have sponsored editors before already have internal HR and legal workflows for PERM. Use Migrate Mate to filter Editor roles by green card sponsorship history rather than manually screening job postings.
Understand the prevailing wage before negotiating
DOL requires your offered salary to meet the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. Look up the wage level using the OFLC Wage Search tool so you can negotiate from an informed position without inadvertently pushing the employer below compliance thresholds.
Confirm the employer will file before your OPT or H-1B ends
PERM alone can take six to eighteen months, and I-140 adjudication adds additional time. If you're currently on OPT or H-1B, verify early in the offer process that the employer will initiate PERM in time to bridge your status through the green card queue.
Request an EB-2 NIW evaluation if self-promotion qualifies
Senior editors with a record of national-impact work, such as those who have shaped public discourse on policy or science topics, may qualify for a National Interest Waiver under EB-2. An NIW bypasses PERM entirely, removing the employer's recruitment burden from the sponsorship equation.
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Find Editor JobsEditor Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Editor role qualify as a specialty occupation for green card sponsorship?
Most Editor positions requiring a bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, or a related field qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers or professionals. Roles requiring a master's degree or equivalent specialized experience can qualify under EB-2. The key is that the job description must genuinely require a specific degree field, not just prefer one, because DOL evaluates the minimum educational requirements during PERM review.
How does the PERM green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for editors?
H-1B sponsorship is a temporary nonimmigrant visa with an annual cap and lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the filing stage and leads to permanent residency. The tradeoff is time: PERM requires the employer to conduct a formal recruitment process first, and the full EB-2 or EB-3 process from PERM filing to green card approval typically runs two to four years or longer depending on your country of birth.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor an Editor role for a green card?
Not every employer advertising an Editor position is prepared to file PERM, even if they've done it before for other roles. Migrate Mate lets you filter Editor jobs specifically by green card sponsorship history, so you spend your time on employers who have already navigated the PERM process rather than educating hiring managers from scratch.
What does the PERM labor market test mean for editorial candidates?
Before filing your PERM application, DOL requires the employer to advertise the role through specific channels, review all U.S. applicants, and document why none were qualified. As the foreign candidate, you need to meet the minimum requirements listed in those job postings exactly. Any credentials or experience beyond the stated minimum don't count during the audit, so the job description must be drafted carefully from the start.
Can a freelance or contract editor get green card sponsorship?
PERM sponsorship requires a bona fide employer-employee relationship in a permanent, full-time position. Freelance or contract arrangements generally don't satisfy that requirement because there's no guaranteed ongoing employment for DOL to certify. If you're currently freelancing, the path to green card sponsorship typically means securing a permanent staff position first, then raising sponsorship with that employer after demonstrating your value on the job.
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