Here’s our latest roundup of traditional jobs for writers, editors, and journalists.
Many of the listings this week are remote opportunities. One of these opportunities pays $150,000 per year, though the range of salaries does vary quite a lot.
— Jacob Jans
Thanks to Fatima Saif for compiling this list.
TechRadar Gaming is Seeking a UK-Based News Writer
TechRadar Gaming offers news, guides, and reviews on games and hardware. They’re seeking a UK-based News Writer (remote) to write multiple gaming-related stories a day. The writer should have knowledge of the gaming industry and experience in SEO. The job is full-time and the salary is up to £25,000. To learn more, refer to their editor-in-chief’s tweet and this page.
Money Group is Hiring an Associate Audience Development Editor
Money Group, LLC (MG) is “a services company that owns and operates several digital properties, including ConsumersAdvocate.org and Money.com.” They’re seeking an Associate Audience Development Editor. The selected applicant will be responsible for “executing day-to-day strategies for growth in social media and off-platform referral traffic.” The applicant should have at least 3 years of social media management experience. The role is full-time and based in New York, NY. Base salary range is $60,000 to $65,000. For more information, visit this page.
The Drift is Looking for an Essays Editor
The Drift is “a magazine of culture and politics.” They’re looking for an Essays Editor. The successful candidate will help brainstorm and commission pieces, evaluate cold pitches that come into their inbox, develop ideas with writers, and more. The job is full-time. They’re based in New York City but are open to remote candidates. Salary range is $50,000 to $70,000. If interested, email jobs@thedriftmag.com. To learn more, refer to this tweet and this page.
Deadline: July 14th, 2023
New York Focus is Seeking a Reporting Assistant
New York Focus is a nonprofit investigative newsroom covering New York’s state and local politics. They’re looking for a reporting assistant for “a document-based investigation into county jails.” The selected applicant will ideally work 32 hours/week for 16 weeks. New York-based applicants are preferred, but there is an option for remote work. Rate is $30/hour. If interested, email chris@nysfocus.com. For details, refer to this tweet.
Deadline: July 5th, 2023
LA Phil is Seeking a Creative Copywriter
The Los Angeles Philharmonic (LA Phil) is an orchestra based in Los Angeles. They’re hiring a Creative Copywriter. The selected applicant will produce sharp prose that will represent the world-renowned Los Angeles Philharmonic to the public. The applicant should have 3+ years of experience writing marketing copy, ideally related to music. Secondary language fluency will be a plus. Salary range is between $73,000 and $90,000. The role is full-time and located in Los Angeles, CA. Details here.
Gannett Co., Inc. is Seeking 3 National Rewrite Editors
Gannett Co., Inc. is a media and marketing solutions company. They’re looking for 3 National Rewrite Editors to “edit and rewrite USA TODAY and local market content for use nationally across the USA TODAY Network.” The position is full-time and based in McLean, VA (hybrid). For details, visit this page.
J. The Jewish News of Northern California is Seeking an Editor-in-Chief
J. The Jewish News of Northern
California is hiring an Editor-in-Chief. They’re looking for an accomplished
journalist who has some management experience and who can live in the Bay Area.
Salary is $150,000 per year. To learn more, refer to their tweet and
this page.
Newsweek is Hiring an Environmental Sustainability and Governance Editor
Newsweek, a global news publisher, is looking for an Environmental Sustainability and Governance Editor to contribute to their new content hub about environment and sustainability. The selected candidate will write and edit several pieces on a weekly basis. The candidate should have contacts in the sustainability space and have a minimum of 7 years of experience. The job is full-time and remote. Salary range is between $85,000 and $100,000. Learn more here and here.
Epoch Times is Seeking Daily Newspaper Editors
Epoch Times is a news media organization. They’re looking for Daily Newspaper Editors for their news coverage in California. The selected candidates will be responsible for editing stories for accuracy, grammar, spelling, style, etc. The candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of experience. The role is full-time and remote. Salary is $45,000 to $65,000. To learn more, visit this page.
MrBeast is Hiring a Content Strategist and a Writer
MrBeast is the world’s largest YouTube brand. They’re hiring for the following positions:
– Content Strategist – Vertical Platforms. The selected applicant will storyboard and create detailed mock-ups that will be sent to their Head of Vertical for approval. The applicant should have a deep understanding of emerging trends, with a strong focus on TikTok and YT Shorts. The job is full-time and based in Greenville, NC.
– Writer- Creative Team. The selected applicant will “research trends and tactics for retention against YouTube algorithm” and “write prop lists, challenges, punishments, and prizes for videos that will be submitted to Head of Writing for approval.” The applicant should preferably have previous YouTube experience. The role is full-time and located in Greenville, NC.
El Tímpano is Hiring a Community Reporter
El Tímpano “informs, engages, and amplifies the voices of the Bay Area’s Latino & Mayan immigrants.” They’re hiring a Community Reporter to further their “mission of informing, engaging, and amplifying the voices of Latino and Mayan immigrants of the Bay Area.”. They’re looking for a bilingual journalist (spoken and written proficiency in Spanish) for this role. While they offer a remote-first work environment, the reporter will be involved in-person outreach. Salary is $70,000 to $85,000. To learn more, refer to their tweet and this page.
Deadline: July 17th, 2023