Assistant Editor, Edutopia

Edutopia, the influential publisher of videos and feature stories about what works in education, is looking for an Assistant Editor.

This is an opportunity to join a passionate editorial team writing and reporting about transformative, positive change in pre-K to 12 education. The position provides real-time training and experience in reporting, research, writing, social media, and video and multimedia production, while learning the ins and outs of the pre-K to 12 education beat. The Assistant Editor will join our remote team as they research and craft new story ideas, report from innovative schools that are pioneering new models of learning, line up crucial interviews with education influencers, and produce stories in a wide variety of formats on deadline.

Primary Responsibilities

• Write stories, scripts, and other narrative forms ranging from feature articles, research summaries, and social media posts
• Assist editors as they research and craft new story ideas, plan the editorial calendar, and produce features and multimedia content 
• Develop expertise in the K-12 education beat, with a particular focus on teaching and learning
• Code content in our content management system 
• Pitch original, relevant, compelling story ideas across various channels
• Develop reporting plans and conduct interviews, in person or remotely, as needed
• Provide feedback on incoming pitches
• Other editorial duties as assigned

Requirements

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field
• At least 1–2 years of journalistic writing experience in digital media at a job, internship, or university, or a master’s degree in journalism
  

Required Editorial Skills/Competencies

• Strong writing, research, reporting, and presentation skills
• A knack for writing and crafting content for the web and social media spaces
• Creative editorial thinking and a willingness to explore new storytelling formats and knowledge-creation tools, including generative AI
• Impeccable attention to detail, and devotion to accuracy
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects at one time
• Initiative and resourcefulness
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues across departments
• Ability to organize, analyze, and synthesize information from many different sources
• Discipline to consistently deliver projects on time and to agreed-upon plan
• A passion and commitment to the Edutopia mission and spirit of telling stories about what works in education

To Apply

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three clips of your work (links are preferable) by September 15, 2025.

Our Culture

Edutopia offers a collaborative, supportive workplace that is fully remote. The editorial team gathers twice a year at company headquarters at Skywalker Ranch in California for several days of in-person meetings, work, and connection. 

Our team culture is friendly, engaged, collaborative, and growth-oriented. We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

The Assistant Editor position is a full-time position based remotely anywhere in the United States. 

The full-time salary range is between $55,000 and $75,000, with the exact salary depending on experience and geographic location.

Edutopia is part of the George Lucas Educational Foundation, which offers comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance; an employer match of up to 6% of salary for your retirement fund, vested immediately; and an annual education stipend to spend on professional development.

Work Environment and Requirements

This is a remote position based in the United States, requiring a dedicated home office workspace with reliable high-speed internet and standard office equipment. For tax and compliance purposes, employees must maintain a primary residence and work location in a single U.S. state. The position requires effective coordination with remote team members across time zones. Mandatory travel is required for periodic team gatherings and organizational meetings, plus other occasional domestic travel up to 10-15%. The position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Eligibility Requirements

This position is open only to individuals legally authorized to work in the United States who will be W-2 employees. We are not accepting applications from staffing agencies, consulting firms, or third-party recruiters. Candidates must be able to work as direct, full-time employees of the organization.

About the George Lucas Educational Foundation

The George Lucas Educational Foundation is dedicated to transforming prekindergarten through 12th grade (pre-K to 12) education so all students can acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to thrive in their studies, careers, and adult lives. Founded by innovative and award-winning filmmaker George Lucas in 1991, the Foundation takes a strategic approach to improving pre-K to 12 education through Edutopia, which uses digital media and interactive technology to increase knowledge, sharing, and adoption of what works in education. A nonprofit, nonpartisan 501(c)(3) private foundation that is operated for educational purposes, we welcome all who are devoted to improving education.

The George Lucas Educational Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. The Foundation fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, and pursue our mission to improve education in a rapidly changing world.