Americas News Editor (Remote – New York)

Sandmark is an independent crypto news and analysis platform focused on macro-economics policy and data-driven insights. Our mission is to make digital asset markets understandable — connecting institutional and retail audiences through clear reporting credible analysis and informed commentary.

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Americas Editor who will report directly to the Editor-in-Chief and help shape our editorial strategy in the North Central and South America in the crypto space. You will manage the end-to-end editorial process ensure the production of top-tier content and guide writers to produce creative insightful stories. If you have a proven track record in journalism—particularly within crypto and/or financial markets—or market intelligence and want to make a significant impact in a fast-paced startup environment we want to meet you.

Responsibilities

Publishing Cycle & Content Management

• Oversee online publishing schedule in your timezone ensuring all content aligns with strategic goals and work seamlessly in a system with the Editor-in-Chief Senior Editor Asia Editor and other senior editorial staff.
• Manage key content pillars (crypto markets trading & asset management TradFi policy/regulatory and technology) maintaining consistent quality.
• Support the Editor-in-Chief to set goals KPIs and expectations for both short-term and long-term editorial success.

Writing & Editing

• Commission edit and improve stories contributed by staff writers and freelancers to maintain exceptional standards for clarity depth and journalistic integrity.
• Step in and write breaking news stories and take responsibility to deliver articles autonomously if the newsflow/staffing situation requires.
• Oversee layout (integration with design photography).

Collaboration & Editorial Process

• Contribute to editorial meetings short- and longer-term editorial planning.
• Shepherd staff writers and freelancers through the editorial process
• Continuously seek operational efficiency while fostering healthy and productive inter-personal relationships.
• Cooperate and liaise with analysts as well as ensuring their work meets editorial standards and alignment.

Content Strategy & Distribution

• Define compelling story angles and generate attention-grabbing headlines tailored to our target audience.
• Stay abreast of crypto trends and wider macroeconomic policy and markets topics to propose timely innovative content ideas.
• Ensure content is published in line with related SEO objectives and content analytics to enhance visibility
• Partner with marketing product and design teams to ensure editorial content drives user engagement and brand awareness.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead the regional Americas Team (including reporters correspondents and potentially other functions) in terms of prioritization vision and standards.
• Manage multiple deadlines and adhere to a schedule comprising a combination of breaking news and longer form features.
• Help recruit and manage writers freelancers and reporters cultivating a culture of creativity and continuous improvement.
• Provide actionable feedback mentorship and professional development opportunities for junior staff.

Standards Ethics & Compliance

• Exercise content oversight and quality control.
• Reinforce editorial guidelines style and voice; ensure these standards are upheld across all content.
• Contribute knowledge of media law ethics.

Qualifications

Experience & Expertise

• Proven working experience as an Editor with 8+ years in journalism editing or related roles (at least 3 in a senior/leadership capacity).
• Crypto/Finance Focus: Robust understanding of how news intersects with financial markets as well as cryptocurrency blockchain and fintech trends—or a strong interest in learning.

Education

• Formal degree in Journalism Economics Finance or related fields is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Advanced degrees or finance qualifications may be a bonus.
• Extensive professional experience may substitute for formal education.

Skills & Tools

• Outstanding English language writing editing and proofreading skills.
• Competency in using and scrutinizing use by others of AI-enabled writing and research tools.
• Experience with office and publishing applications project management tools.
• Proven familiarity with SEO and social media best practices.
• Fluency in English; Spanish and Portuguese (Brazil) will strengthen your application.

Soft skills

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multitask in a deadline-driven environment while showing consideration for others.
• Ability to operate inside ad dynamic newsroom setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills vital for cross-team collaboration with editors and analysts.
• Curiosity and creativity to explore emerging less-covered topics in the crypto world.