Here’s our latest roundup of traditional jobs for writers, editors, and journalists.
We’ve noted salary information when available, as well as whether it’s a remote position.
Companies in this list include CNN, Insider, Wirecutter, and Deadspin.
Thanks to Fatima Saif for compiling this list.
CNN is Looking for a Copy Editor
CNN is hiring a Copy Editor. The successful applicant will be responsible for checking scripts for accuracy, style, and conformity to their executive producer’s instructions as well as CNN’s standards. The applicant should have 5 years of broadcast news writing and/or editing experience. The role is full-time and based in Atlanta, GA. For more information, refer to this page.
Insider Intelligence is Hiring a Writer
Insider Intelligence is a research company that provides actionable data and insights to businesses. They’re looking for a Writer to join their Financial Services Briefings team (Briefings are a suite of newsletters that reach business professionals 3 times a week). The selected applicant will “research, analyze, and write daily articles and data-centric content on the key players bringing breakthrough technologies to the world of finance and the emerging trends changing the rules of the game.” The job is full-time and can be remote or based in New York, NY. Salary range is between $75,000 and $100,000. To learn more, refer to this page.
Wirecutter is Seeking a Staff Writer, Gifts
Wirecutter is a product review
site owned by The New York Times. They’re seeking a Staff Writer, Gifts. The selected
candidate will be responsible for selecting gifts to recommend to their
readers. The candidate will also be responsible for writing short form entries
about the gifts that they recommend. The candidate should have at least 2 years’
professional writing experience. The role is full-time and can be remote
(preference will be given to those based in New York City). Salary range is
$71,000 to $82,000. More information here.
G/O Media is Looking for an Editor-in-Chief for Quartz
G/O Media is hiring an Editor-in-Chief for Quartz (a business news website). The successful applicant will be responsible for leading and growing the website. The applicant should have a minimum of 5 years of experience managing a team of journalists. The job is full-time and located in New York, NY (hybrid). Compensation is $125,000 to $180,000. For details, visit this page.
City & State is Seeking a Senior City Hall Reporter
City & State is a media organization that covers New York’s politics and policy. They’re hiring for the position of Senior City Hall Reporter. The selected candidate will “write authoritative quick hits and daily stories about the dynamics of the New York City Council and the mayor’s administration.” The candidate should have at least 3 years’ reporting experience in New York City. The position is full-time and based in New York, NY (hybrid). Compensation is $70,000 to $80,000. For more information, refer to their editor’s tweet and this page.
Deadline: July 31st, 2023
Ritual is Hiring a Senior Writer
Ritual, a direct-to-consumer
health brand, is hiring a Senior Writer to create copy for social media, web, packaging,
journal articles, and more. They’re looking for a health and science enthusiast
for this position. The writer should have at least 5 years of copywriting
experience. Pay range is $73,000 to $115,000. The job is full-time and based in
Culver City, CA (remote). Details here
and here.
Investopedia is Looking for a Writer-Reporter
Investopedia is a financial
education website. They’re looking for a Writer-Reporter who is passionate
about financial journalism to join their news team. The selected applicant will
be responsible for writing engaging news articles and headlines. The applicant
will also be responsible for interpreting market data and providing analysis to
enhance the quality of their news reporting. The job is full-time. Salary is
$56,000 to $70,000. Details here.
Boston Globe Media is Hiring an Editor-in-Chief for Closing the Gap
Boston Globe Media is a newsgathering organization based in Boston. They’re seeking an Editor-in-Chief for Closing the Gap, a new initiative that explores the racial wealth gap in the city of Boston and beyond. The Editor-in-Chief will hire a staff; develop an editorial vision; assign, edit, and publish stories; and launch an online vertical. They’re looking for someone with a minimum of 5 to 8 years of reporting and editing experience. The role is full-time and located in Boston, MA. To learn more, refer to this tweet and this page.
Audubon is Seeking an Associate Editor
Audubon is the National Audubon Society’s official magazine. They celebrate bird life and probe the issues facing our planet today. They’re hiring an Associate Editor to work on stories for both their website and quarterly print magazine. The editor should have at least 3 years of experience and an interest in learning and writing about birds. The job is full-time. The selected candidate can work remotely or as a hybrid worker in New York. Compensation will range from $53,000 to $71,000 based on location. To learn more, refer to their deputy editor’s tweet and this page.
The University of Chicago is Hiring a Managing Editor
The University of Chicago is
looking for a Managing Editor to manage the “operation of the academic journal
offices of the Biological Bulletin and Physiology and Biochemical Zoology, or
other similar journals.” The editor should have experience of 5 years in
scholarly journal publishing. The job is based in Chicago, IL. For details,
visit this page.
Deadspin is Hiring an Editor-in-Chief
Deadspin is a sports news site by G/O Media. They’re looking for an Editor-in-Chief. The selected candidate will be responsible for setting the site’s strategic editorial plan and ensuring that the content meets the highest editorial standards. The candidate will also be responsible for hiring, retaining, and developing the editorial staff. The candidate should have a minimum of 7 years of experience managing a team of journalists. Salary is $125,000 to $180,000. The role is full-time and located in New York, NY (hybrid). More details here.