Here’s our latest roundup of traditional jobs for writers, editors, and copywriters.
Most of these jobs are journalism related, whether as a reporter or an editor. There are also a few copywriting/content marketing jobs listed here, as well.
Salaries vary wide, from around $50,000 up to $225,000.
A few of these are remote opportunities.
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The Hearst Magazines Enthusiast Group is Hiring a Reviews Editor
The Hearst Magazines Enthusiast Group is seeking a Reviews Editor to join their team and expand their “product journalism and recommendations on Popular Mechanics, as well as Runner’s World and Bicycling.” The applicant should have at least 3 years of writing experience and at least 1 year of product journalism experience. The job is full-time and located in Easton, PA (hybrid). The base salary range is between $62,310 and $68,600. To learn more, visit this page.
New Balance is Seeking a Copywriter
New Balance is a sports footwear and apparel brand. They’re seeking a Copywriter to champion and write for their brand and global consumer with a focus on “lifestyle, fashion, sport, and sneaker culture.” The applicant should have a portfolio reflecting 3 to 4 years’ copywriting experience, particularly for global consumer brands. The job is full-time and located in Boston, MA. To learn more, refer to this page.
The Texas Tribune is Hiring a Health and Human Services Editor
The Texas Tribune is a newsroom that informs and engages Texans on state politics and policy. They’re looking for a Health and Human Services Editor. The selected applicant will conceptualize, assign, and edit stories. The job is full-time and based in Austin, TX, but they would consider remote applicants as long as they’re based in Texas. The salary will be at least $90,000. For details, refer to this job description.
Apple News is Seeking an Editor
Apple News provides users with expert coverage of current events. They’re hiring an Apple News Editor. The selected candidate will be responsible for making real-time decisions based on the key events of the day, curating content, writing headlines and push notifications, and communicating directly with their publisher partners. The candidate should have 5 years of experience working in news. The job is based in Cupertino, CA. The base pay range is $123,200 to $233,000. To learn more, refer to this post and this job description.
The University of Pittsburgh is Seeking an Editor-in-Chief
The University of Pittsburgh is hiring an Editor-in-Chief for their flagship magazine, Pitt Magazine. The selected applicant will oversee their magazine’s editorial process. The applicant should have a minimum of 5 years’ advanced editorial experience and skills. The job is full-time and based in Pittsburgh, PA (hybrid). For more details, refer to this job description.
Politico is Looking for Reporters
Politico is a news and information company that covers politics and policy in the US and the rest of the world. They’re hiring for the following positions:
– National Security Reporter: The successful applicant will be responsible for covering national security strategy in Washington. The applicant should have strong writing skills and a passion for politics. The job is full-time and located in Arlington, VA. For more information, refer to this page.
– Pentagon Reporter: The selected candidate will be responsible for covering the Pentagon for their growing Defense team. The candidate should have at least 2 years’ experience as a reporter. The role is full-time and based in Arlington, VA. To learn more, refer to this page.
U.S. News & World Report is Looking for a Researcher Writer, Autos
U.S. News & World Report is a media company that assists consumers in making decisions about education, health, money, cars, real estate, and travel. They’re hiring for the position of Researcher Writer, Autos. The successful candidate will be responsible for writing SEO-optimized car review content. The candidate will also be responsible for writing and fact checking monthly car deals content. The candidate should have 1 to 3 years of experience. The job is full-time and based in Washington, DC (hybrid). The anticipated base salary is between $50,000 and $60,000. To learn more, refer to this page.
The New York Times is Hiring an Education Editor
The New York Times helps people understand the world through deeply reported independent journalism. They’re seeking an Education Editor. The selected applicant will direct coverage of American education. The applicant should have 10+ years of experience. The job is full-time and based in New York, NY (hybrid). The base salary range is $154,000 to $176,000. For more information, refer to this page.
Time Out is Hiring a Washington, D.C.-based Assistant Editor
Time Out is a guide to the best music, film, art, food, hotels, attractions, and things to do in the greatest cities of the world. They’re hiring a Washington, D.C.-based Assistant Editor to manage their Washington, D.C. news channel; recruit and manage local writers; and help manage and develop Time Out USA’s social media accounts. They’re looking for someone with 2 to 3 years’ experience as a writer/editor. The job is full-time and remote, with a salary of $50,000 to $60,000. Details here and here.
Substack is Hiring an Editor
Substack, a subscription-based newsletter publishing platform, is looking for an Editor. The successful candidate will be responsible for writing and editing Substack’s publications, including profiles, interviews, and trend features. The candidate will also be responsible for generating ideas, spotting stories, and creating editorial opportunities from scratch. The candidate should have 8+ years’ experience in journalism or publishing. The role is full-time and located in San Francisco or New York. The salary range is $150,000 to $160,000. Details here and here.
Outside Interactive is Seeking an Editor-in-Chief for Climbing
Outside Interactive, Inc. is a hub for active lifestyle enthusiasts. They’re looking for an Editor-in-Chief for Climbing, their “premier digital publication dedicated to the historic and continuing evolving world of climbing.” The selected candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging content across platforms. The candidate should preferably have 10+ years’ combined experience in climbing and editorial. The job is full-time and remote, with a salary of $80,000 to $94,000. Details here.
Publicis Pro is Hiring a Copywriter
Publicis Pro, an integrated B2B marketing agency, is seeking a Copywriter for a 6 month contract (initially). The selected applicant will work on some of their key accounts. For freelance, they usually pay around £250 to £400 per day. For this, they would pay a project or contract rate. To learn more, refer to their creative director’s post and their ‘about’ page.
