Here’s our latest roundup of traditional jobs for writers, editors, and copywriters.
Salaries vary widely, from around $50,000 up to $200,000 a year. A few of these are remote opportunities.
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Thanks to Fatima Saif for compiling this list.
The Wall Street Journal is Seeking a Senior News Editor
The Wall Street Journal provides coverage of news, business, politics, technology, real estate, arts, culture, and more from the U.S. and around the world. They’re hiring a Senior News Editor. The selected applicant will ensure they’re first or fast on major breaking news stories. The applicant should have a minimum of 7 years of journalism experience. The job is full-time and located in New York, NY. The pay range for this job is between $180,000 and $220,000. Details here and here.
Democracy Docket is Looking for a Staff Writer
Democracy Docket is a digital news platform that focuses on voting rights. They’re hiring for the position of Staff Writer. The selected candidate will primarily focus on Trump accountability in the courts. The candidate should have 5+ years’ experience. The job is full-time and located in Washington, DC (hybrid). The pay range is $75,000 to $85,000. For details, read this job description.
Self is Seeking an Executive Editor
Self is a health and wellness magazine by Condé Nast. They’re looking for an Executive Editor. The selected candidate will collaborate with the Editor-in-Chief to set their content strategy across various verticals, including health, beauty, relationships, and food. The candidate should have at least 7 years’ experience. The job is full-time and based in New York, NY. The base salary range is between $160,000 and $180,000. For details, click here.
The Museum of Science is Hiring a Content Writer and Editor
The Museum of Science is one of the largest science centers in the world. They’re looking for a Content Writer and Editor. The selected candidate will “write original content for a high volume of promotional products across multiple channels and audience segments, ensuring on-brand Museum marketing campaigns.” The job is full-time and located in Boston, MA. The salary range for this job is $66,708 to $72,045. To learn more, read this job description.
The Hearst Magazines’ Enthusiast & Wellness Group is Hiring an Editor
The Hearst Magazines’ Enthusiast & Wellness Group is seeking an Editor to join their “growing Deals & Trends team that supports Runner’s World, Bicycling, Popular Mechanics, Best Products, Men’s Health, Women’s Health, Oprah Daily, and Biography.com.” The selected candidate will be responsible for pitching, writing, and producing deals and trends content. The candidate will also be responsible for supporting search and affiliate goals. The applicant should have 3+ years of experience producing commerce content. The job is full-time and can be based in New York, NY or Easton, PA (hybrid). The base salary is $67,000 to $77,000. For details, click here.
Fetch is Seeking a Bilingual Copywriter
Fetch, a free rewards app, is looking for a Bilingual Copywriter. The applicant should be a native Spanish speaker and have 5+ years of copy experience. The position is full-time and can be fully remote. The base salary range is between $80,000 and $86,000. For details, refer to this job description.
Raw Story is Hiring an Assistant Managing Editor
Raw Story is an American political news site. They’re looking for an Assistant Managing Editor to “help lead a team in delivering speedy, high-volume coverage of breaking news in national politics, criminal justice, elections, social justice, and extremism.” The editor should have at least 3 years’ experience and an interest in US politics. The job is full-time and remote, with a salary range of $80,000 to $85,000. For details, refer to this page.
The Seattle Times is Hiring a Metro Reporter, Morning Breaking News
The Seattle Times is a daily newspaper that covers local news, politics, business, entertainment, travel, sports, and restaurants in Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. They’re hiring for the position of Metro Reporter, Morning Breaking News. The applicant should have at least 1 year of experience as a reporter at a newsgathering organization. The job is full-time and based in Seattle, WA (hybrid). The work schedule for this job is Monday – Friday (6:00am – 2:30pm). The compensation range is between $61,200 and $101,500. To learn more, refer to this job description.
Travel + Leisure is Seeking an Associate Editor
Travel + Leisure is a travel magazine. They’re hiring an Associate Editor with 1 to 2 years of experience. The selected applicant will be responsible for generating monthly ideas for their Intelligent Traveler and Discoveries sections. The applicant will also be responsible for pitching and editing news and service-focused stories. The job is full-time and based in New York, NY (hybrid). The salary range is between $64,350 and $65,000. For details, read this job description.
The Philadelphia Inquirer is Hiring a Suburban Newsletter Editor
The Philadelphia Inquirer is a daily newspaper for Philadelphia. They’re seeking a Suburban Newsletter Editor to become a member of their new Inquirer Local team. The selected editor will be responsible for writing and curating weekly newsletters for their suburban audiences. The editor should have 3+ years of experience in digital media. The role is full-time and located in Philadelphia, PA. To learn more, click here.
The New York Times is Looking for a Deputy Editor, Real Estate
The New York Times helps people understand the world through deeply reported independent journalism. They’re hiring for the position of Deputy Editor, Real Estate. The selected candidate will be responsible for producing ideas in different story forms and executing on them. The candidate will also be responsible for managing editors, reporters, and freelancers. The job is full-time and located in New York, NY (hybrid). The base pay range is $150,000 to $175,000. Details here and here.
DailyMail.com is Seeking a Deputy Editor, Commerce
DailyMail.com is the world’s most read English language newspaper site. They’re hiring a Deputy Editor, Commerce. The selected applicant will create engaging, shopping-driven content (both written articles and videos). The applicant should have at least 7 years of experience. The role is full-time and based in New York, NY. The pay range is $70,000 to $89,000. For details, click here.
Esquire is Hiring Editors
Esquire is a men’s magazine that covers news, politics, food, entertainment, and style. They’re hiring for the following positions:
– Editor, News & Entertainment: The selected applicant will be responsible for assigning and editing pieces, overseeing the evergreen entertainment SEO initiative, and cultivating and managing a stable of freelance writers. The applicant should have 4+ years of writing and editing experience. The job is full-time and based in New York, NY (hybrid). The base salary range is $67,000 to $70,000. Details here.
– Deputy Editor: The successful candidate will be responsible for assigning, editing, and writing news and human-interest stories across all their platforms. The candidate will also be responsible for editing their daily politics blog with Charlie P. Pierce. The candidate should have 6+ years’ media experience. The role is full-time and based in New York, NY (hybrid). The base salary is $83,000 to $100,000. Learn more here.
Newsweek is Seeking a Deputy Weekend Editor
Newsweek, a global media organization, is looking for a Deputy Weekend Editor. The selected candidate will help lead their national and international news coverage on Saturdays and Sundays. The candidate should have a minimum of 5 years’ experience. The candidate should also have an in-depth understanding of US politics. The role is full-time and remote, with a salary range of $90,000 to $115,000. Details here and here.
Borderless Magazine is Looking for a Bilingual Deputy Editor
Borderless Magazine is a nonprofit online publication that covers labor, justice, and advocacy issues affecting the Midwestern immigrant communities. They’re hiring a Bilingual Deputy Editor. The successful candidate will be responsible for editing stories and off-platform products, assisting with Spanish translations, and managing the editorial team. The candidate should have a minimum of 5 years’ reporting or editing experience. The job is full-time and located in Chicago, IL (hybrid). The compensation range is $65,000 to $70,000. For more details, refer to this job description.
Deadline: January 24th, 2025