16 Full Time Jobs for Writers, Journalists, and Copywriters

Here’s our latest roundup of traditional jobs for writers, editors, journalists, and copywriters.

Salaries vary widely, from around $50,000 up to $250,000 a year. s.

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Quartz is Seeking a Staff Reporter

Quartz, a business news website by G/O Media, is looking for a Staff Reporter. The selected applicant will cover market-moving developments across various sectors and geographies. The applicant should have a minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience as a reporter with a digital news publisher. The salary range is $63,000 to $65,000. The role is full-time and located in New York, NY (hybrid). For details, read this job description.

Reach Plc is Hiring a US Sports Reporter

Reach Plc is the United Kingdom’s largest commercial news publisher. They’re seeking a US Sports Reporter for Mirror US, Express US, and Liverpool.com. The selected candidate will be responsible for producing multiple stories daily while actively seeking out exclusives and original content. The candidate should have expert knowledge of US sports. The role is full-time and based in New York, NY. The salary is $55,000 to $65,000. For details, click here.

The New York Post is Looking for a Page Six Reporter

The New York Post covers news, pop culture, entertainment, sports, real estate, and more. They’re seeking a Reporter (Tuesday-Saturday, Nights) for Page Six, a source for celebrity and entertainment news. The selected candidate will be responsible for pitching and writing several celebrity and entertainment-related stories daily. The candidate should have at least 2 years’ major journalism experience. The candidates based in NYC will follow a hybrid work model, while those based in LA will be considered for remote work. The salary range is between $60,000 and $75,000. To learn more, click here.

Booz Allen Hamilton is Hiring for the Position of Intelligence Copy Editor, Mid

Booz Allen Hamilton is a Virginia-based management and information technology consulting firm. They’re looking for an Intelligence Copy Editor, Mid. The candidate should have experience of reviewing written products for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and compliance to style guides. The job is full-time and based in Washington, DC. The compensation range is $67,700 to $154,000. To learn more, read this job description.

Texas Monthly is Seeking a Managing Editor, Digital

Texas Monthly is a magazine and website that covers Texas news, politics, culture, food, travel, history, music, crime, and more. They’re hiring for the position of Managing Editor, Digital. The successful applicant will oversee their website’s editorial calendar and ensure that there is a steady stream of stories coming in for publication. The applicant should have 5 or more years’ journalism experience. The job is full-time and based in Austin, TX (hybrid). To learn more, refer to this job description.

Deadline: February 3rd, 2025

The Washington Post is Looking for Editors

The Washington Post is a daily newspaper that covers politics, news, business, entertainment, and more. They’re seeking:

– A Democracy Editor to lead their coverage of American democracy. The applicant should have a minimum of 10 years’ journalism experience, including a minimum of 5 years as an editor. The job is full-time and based in Washington, DC. The salary range is $122,500 to $180,100. Learn more here.

– A Senior Assignment Editor to join their Opinion Department. The candidate should have 5+ years’ experience editing opinion journalism. The candidate should also have experience managing writers and editors. The role is full-time and located in Washington, DC. The pay range is $149,900 to 278,300. Details here.

Assurant is Hiring a Marketing Copywriter

Assurant is a business services company that supports and protects major consumer purchases. They’re looking for a Marketing Copywriter with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for writing. The applicant should have at least 2 to 3 years of copywriting and content marketing experience. The job is full-time and remote. The pay range is between $54,900 and $92,000. For details, click here.

Deadline: January 25th, 2025

The University of Utah is Seeking a Copy Writer

The University of Utah is hiring for the position of Copy Writer. The selected candidate will create content/copy and proof/edit existing copy for various platforms and audiences. The candidate should have 3 years of experience. The role is full-time and located in Salt Lake City, UT. The pay range is between $52,000 and $55,000. To learn more, read this job description.

Deadline: January 26th, 2025

Them is Looking for an Editor-in-Chief

Them is an online LGBTQ+ magazine. They’re looking for an Editor-in-Chief. The selected candidate will be responsible for “the editorial direction, brand strategy, audience development, video, operations, and all content and brand extensions.” The candidate should have 10 to 15+ years’ experience. The job is full-time and located in New York, NY. The base salary range is between $215,000 and $250,000. For more information, refer to this job description.

SFGATE is Seeking a Breaking News Editor and a Senior California Politics Reporter

SFGATE is a digital publication that covers news and entertainment from the Bay Area and beyond. They’re seeking:

– A Breaking News Editor with 5+ years’ news writing and editing experience. The job is full-time and located in San Francisco, CA. The salary range is $90,000 to $95,000. To learn more, refer to this job description.

– A Senior California Politics Reporter with 7+ years’ relevant experience and a deep knowledge of California’s political landscape. The role is full-time and based in San Francisco, CA. The pay range is $80,000 to $85,000. For more information, refer to this page.

The Strategist is Hiring a Deals Writer

New York Magazine’s The Strategist is a website that helps people shop the internet. They’re seeking a Deals Writer to cover sales on a daily basis as well as during key tentpole sales events such as Prime Day, Black Friday, and Memorial Day. The writer should have at least 1 year of experience. The job is full-time and based in New York, NY. The pay range is between $67,500 and $80,000. To learn more, click here.

The Cut is Seeking a Beauty Writer

The Cut is a New York Magazine website that covers women’s lives and interests. They’re hiring for the position of Beauty Writer. The selected candidate will be responsible for writing and pitching both short and longer stories. The candidate should have 3 years’ writing experience. The job is full-time and based in New York, NY (hybrid). The pay range is between $67,500 and $85,000. Details here and here.

The New York Times is Hiring

The New York Times helps people understand the world through deeply reported independent journalism. They’re looking for:

– A Middle East Editor for their International desk. The selected candidate will be responsible for generating ideas and editing stories, supervising and coaching reporters, and coordinating coverage during both breaking and planned news events. The job is full-time and based in London, UK (hybrid). Details here.

– A News Reporter for their Well desk. The successful applicant will be responsible for pitching, reporting, and writing stories about health and wellness. The applicant should have 5+ years of experience. The role is full-time and located in New York, NY (hybrid). The pay range is $111,049.64 to $125,000.00. Learn more here.

 

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