18 Full Time and Remote Jobs for Writers

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 $150,000.

Around half of these are remote opportunities.

Thanks to Fatima Saif for compiling this list.

The San Francisco Standard is Hiring a Deputy Politics Editor

The San Francisco Standard is a source for news and information for the Bay Area. They’re seeking a Deputy Politics Editor to help oversee their political coverage. The applicant should have 5+ years’ experience covering politics in California. The job is full-time and based in San Francisco, CA. The pay range is between $90,000 and $140,000. To learn more, refer to their managing editor’s post and this job description.

The Points Guy is Seeking an Aviation Reporter

The Points Guy is a travel website about points, miles, aviation, and more. They’re looking for an Aviation Reporter with a passion for the airline industry. The selected candidate should be able to cover breaking news as well as write longer-term features. The candidate should have at least 3+ years’ experience. The job is full-time and remote (US). The compensation range is between $60,000 and $96,000. Details here.

Boston Globe Media is Hiring a Political Reporter

Boston Globe Media is a newsgathering organization based in Boston. They’re seeking a creative Political Reporter to join their Washington bureau. The successful applicant should have 2 or more years’ experience as a reporter. The job is full-time and based in Washington, DC. To learn more, refer to this job description.

The New York Times is Hiring for the Position of Reporter, Styles

The New York Times helps people understand the world through deeply reported independent journalism. They’re hiring for the position of Reporter, Styles. The selected candidate will be responsible for reporting and filing several stories a week and monitoring news about fashion, brands, and trends. The candidate should have 6+ years’ experience as a reporter. The role is full-time and located in New York, NY (hybrid). The base pay range is $111,049.64 to $125,000.00. To learn more, refer to this job description.

Netflix is Seeking a Managing Editor, Creative Labs

Netflix is a streaming service. They’re hiring for the position of Managing Editor, Creative Labs. They’re looking for someone who is an expert on messaging, technology, media and editorial operations. The job is full-time and remote. The salary range is between $70,000 and $370,000. For more details, refer to this page.

U.S. News & World Report is Seeking an Insurance Editor and Content Strategist

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 looking for an Insurance Editor and Content Strategist. The selected candidate will drive their “coverage of feature and advice content for all things insurance, including creating new ‘best of’ lists.” The candidate should have 2 to 4 years of experience. The job is full-time and based in Washington, DC (hybrid). The salary range is between $55,000 and $90,000. To learn more, refer to this job description.

The San Francisco Chronicle is Looking for an Investigative Editor

The San Francisco Chronicle is a newspaper and website that serves the San Francisco Bay Area of Northern California. They’re seeking an Investigative Editor. The selected applicant will be responsible for leading “investigations, narrative storytelling, and special projects across the newsroom.” The applicant should have at least 5 years of experience. The job is full-time and located in San Francisco, CA. The pay range is $125,000 to $145,000. For more information, refer to this page.

Newsweek is Hiring a Royal Reporter and a Director of Newsletters

Newsweek, a global media organization, is looking for:

– A Royal Reporter with in-depth knowledge of the British royal family. The successful applicant will be responsible for researching, sourcing, pitching, and writing several stories a day covering the royal family and related topics. The job is full-time and remote (UK). Details here.

– A Director of Newsletters to lead their operation to all new heights. The selected candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive newsletter strategy; monitoring and analyzing newsletter performance metrics; and collaborating with editorial teams to produce high-quality content. The candidate should have at least 5 to 7 years of experience. The role is full-time and remote (US). The salary range is between $90,000 and $110,000. Learn more here.

Wallpaper* is Hiring a US Editor

Wallpaper*, a part of Future plc, is a global design destination. They’re looking for a US Editor to help shape and implement their content strategy in the US. The candidate should have at least 5 years’ experience in a media content-facing position. The job is full-time and remote. The salary range is between $70,000 and $80,000. For details, refer to this job description.

NerdWallet is Seeking a Lead Travel Writer

NerdWallet is a personal finance company. They’re hiring a Lead Travel Writer. The selected candidate will create high-quality content that helps people maximize their travel rewards. The candidate should have 5+ years’ editorial experience. The job is full-time and remote (US). The salary range is between $89,000 and $168,000. To learn more, refer to this job description.

Real Simple is Hiring a Commerce Writer

Real Simple is a magazine and website that makes life easier by providing smart and realistic solutions. They’re looking for a Commerce Writer to cover home shopping content. The writer should have 1 to 2 years of experience. The job is full-time and based in New York, NY (hybrid). The salary range is between $62,400 and $70,000. For details, refer to this page.

Earnest is Looking for an Associate Copywriter

Earnest is a fintech lender that focuses on education finance. They’re hiring for the position of Associate Copywriter. The selected applicant will play a key role in “shaping the customer experience, helping to drive highly visible campaigns across email, social, and other mediums, and helping define and build out the Earnest brand.” The applicant should have 1 to 3 years of copywriting experience. The job is full-time and based in San Francisco, CA (remote). The pay range is between $84,000 and $95,000. To learn more, refer to this job description.

GOLF.com is Seeking an Associate, News Editor (Weekends)

GOLF.com is hiring for the position of Associate, News Editor (Weekends). The selected applicant will “help manage/write for/energize the site on Saturdays and Sundays, and also contribute on a to-be-determined workweek schedule.” Job type: Full-time. Office Location: Remote, NYC. To learn more, refer to this job description.

The New Yorker is Looking for an Editorial Copy Associate

The New Yorker is a weekly print magazine and website that features political and cultural commentary, poetry, fiction, satire, and cartoons. They’re seeking an Editorial Copy Associate. The selected applicant will be responsible for copy-editing and proofreading articles, pages, and related materials. The role is full-time and located in New York, NY. The expected base salary range is between $66,500 and $70,000. For details, refer to this page.

Salon is Hiring a Senior Staff Writer, Culture

Salon is an independent publication that covers news, politics, culture, entertainment, science, health, and food. They’re looking for a Senior Staff Writer, Culture. The selected applicant will be responsible for producing insightful analysis, thought-provoking criticism, and compelling reporting on culture and entertainment. The applicant should have 5+ years’ journalism experience. The job is full-time. The salary range is between $70,000 and $80,000. To learn more, refer to this post and this job description.

Canary Media is Hiring a Reporter: Offshore Wind

Canary Media is an independent newsroom covering the clean energy transition and climate crisis solutions. They’re hiring for the position of Reporter: Offshore Wind. The selected applicant will cover “the offshore wind sector and related policy in the U.S.” The applicant should have a minimum of 3 years’ reporting experience. This is a one-year, full-time role. The role is remote but they would prefer to hire someone near the Northeast/Mid-Atlantic coast. The salary range is between $75,000 and $90,000. To learn more, refer to this post and this job description.

Bloomberg News is Seeking a Startup and Venture Capital Reporter

Bloomberg News is a financial and business news organization. They’re hiring for the position of Startup and Venture Capital Reporter. The selected applicant will write feature-length stories on the venture capital and startup ecosystem, as well as the Silicon Valley/Silicon Alley culture. The applicant should have a strong understanding of and interest in the venture capital and startup universe. The position is full-time and based in New York, NY. The salary range is between $90,000 and $120,000. For details, refer to this job description.

 

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