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 widely, from around $60,000 up to $160,000. A few of these are remote opportunities.
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Thanks to Fatima Saif for compiling this list.
Fast Company is Seeking a Staff Editor, Work Life
Fast Company is a progressive business media brand that focuses on innovation in technology, design, leadership, and ethonomics (ethical economics). They’re hiring for the position of Staff Editor, Work Life. The successful applicant will help steer their Work Life coverage on fastcompany.com. The applicant should have 3+ years of experience. The role is full-time and located in the NYC metropolitan area (hybrid), but remote applicants will also be considered if they’re the right fit. The salary range is between $76,000 and $84,000. To learn more, read this job description.
The Financial Times is Looking for a Deputy Editor, P&C Specialist Commercial
The Financial Times is a business news organization. They’re seeking a Deputy Editor for P&C Specialist Commercial, a new publication about the property and casualty insurance market. The selected candidate will be responsible for reporting and writing 2 to 3 well-sourced articles a week. The job is full-time and based in New York, NY (hybrid). The salary range is between $99,000 and $110,000. To learn more, click here.
The Los Angeles Times is Hiring
The Los Angeles Times is a daily newspaper that covers news from Southern California and the world. They’re looking for:
– A Senior Editor, Washington, D.C. to lead their coverage of the Trump administration as well as the broader range of Washington-related news. The candidate should have at least 10 years’ journalism experience; management experience will be a plus. The role is full-time and located in Washington, D.C. The pay range is between $140,000 and $160,000. Details here.
– A Deputy Editor of Audience and Platforms to help oversee their news site’s day-to-day digital operations. The applicant should have a minimum of 7 years’ experience in digital journalism. The job is full-time and based in El Segundo, CA. The salary range is $137,310 to $150,000. Learn more here.
– An Editorial Writer to research, report, and write unsigned editorials, and participate in editorial board discussions. The selected writer should have a minimum of 5 years’ reporting and writing experience. The position is full-time and based in El Segundo, CA. The pay scale for this position is $91,354 to $122,117. Details here.
The New York Public Library is Hiring a Digital Content Editor
The New York Public Library’s Communications & Marketing Department is looking for a Digital Content Editor. The successful candidate will be responsible for writing and managing content on their website and other digital platforms. The candidate should have 2 to 4 years of experience. The role is full-time and based in New York, NY. The compensation range is $70,000 to $75,000. For details, read this job description.
Deadline: December 13th, 2024
The University of Washington is Looking for a Copywriter
The University of Washington is seeking a Copywriter for University Marketing & Communications. The selected candidate will be responsible for developing, writing, and revising a wide range of marketing copy. The candidate should have at least 2 years of experience. The job is full-time and based in Seattle (hybrid). The salary for this job is $5,834 to $6,417 per month. To learn more, refer to this post and this job description.
Deadline: December 19th, 2024
ProPublica is Hiring a Southwest Reporter
ProPublica is a non-profit newsroom dedicated to investigative journalism. They’re looking for a Southwest Reporter. The selected applicant should have a minimum of 5 years of experience producing investigative stories, preferably in the Southwest. The job is full-time and preferably based in their Phoenix office. The salary range is between $90,000 and $130,000. For more information, refer to their assistant managing editor’s post and this job description.
AFAR is Hiring a Senior Editor
AFAR is a multi-platform travel media brand that inspires, empowers, and enriches travelers who care. They’re seeking a full-time Senior Editor to join their digital editorial team. The selected applicant will top edit a range of text-based digital travel content. The applicant should have at least 5 years of hands-on text editing experience. Their company is fully remote, but this position must be based in New York. The salary range is $90,000 to $100,000. To learn more, refer to this job description.
Morning Brew Inc. is Seeking an Editor, Real Estate & Investing
Morning Brew Inc. is a business media company. They’re hiring for the position of Editor, Real Estate & Investing. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading The Playbook, their real estate investing newsletter. The candidate will also be responsible for providing editing support for Brew Markets and the Morning Brew flagship newsletter. The candidate should have a minimum of 3 years’ experience editing real estate news. Their jobs are remote hybrid; however they have a strong preference for candidates who can work from their HQ in NYC. The compensation range is between $90,000 and $100,000. For details, refer to this job description.
Outside Interactive, Inc. is Looking for an Associate Editor, Climbing
Outside Interactive, Inc. is a hub for active lifestyle enthusiasts. They’re hiring an Associate Editor for Climbing, their digital publication about climbing. The selected applicant will shape their editorial voice and build a strong connection with their audience. The applicant should have 2+ years’ relevant experience. The job is full-time and remote. The salary range is between $45,000 and $55,000. To learn more, click here.
National Geographic is Seeking a Senior Editor, Special Interest Titles
National Geographic is hiring for the position of Senior Editor, Special Interest Titles. The selected candidate will be responsible for “delivering world-class editorial projects and managing their development across National Geographic’s special interest titles that include print and digital for National Geographic History and newsstand special issues.” The candidate should have at least 6 years’ publishing experience. The role is full-time and based in Washington, DC. The hiring range is between $94,200 and $126,200. Details here.
Mississippi Today is Seeking Jackson Reporters
Mississippi Today is a nonprofit Mississippi newsroom that focuses on investigative and accountability journalism. They’re looking for reporters for a new desk dedicated to providing in-depth coverage of Jackson. The starting salary is $58,000. To learn more, refer to this post and this job description.
Phoenix New Times is Hiring a Music Editor
Phoenix New Times is a source of local news and culture for Phoenix. They’re looking for a Music Editor who can turn their coverage up to 11. The editor should have a minimum of 2 years’ newsroom management experience. The job is full-time and based in their Phoenix newsroom. The compensation range is between $55,000 and $60,000. For more information, refer to this post and this job description.
Middlesex College is Looking for a Senior Writer
Middlesex College is seeking a full-time Senior Writer to create written content across multiple channels e.g. external and internal communications, media relations, and website content. The applicant should have 5 years of writing experience. Location: Edison, NJ. Retirement : pension eligible. Salary: $73,466. Details here.
Deadline: December 12th, 2024