10 Full Time & Remote Jobs for Writers

Want to work for a major TV network? Or one of the most popular sports leagues in the world?

Then this list may be of interest to you. It includes job postings from NBC, CBS, and the NFL, among jobs from major newspapers as well.

Thanks to Fatima Saif for her research on this article.

Authors Publish is currently seeking applications for an online writing workshop leader and course creator. They are seeking a qualified writer to create and teach online writing workshops. The position is remote and contract based. Learn more about their courses here and read the job details here.

Guardian US covers American and international news. They are looking for:

  • A full-time Deputy Editor who will work with their Editor-in-Chief to lead a process already underway to diversify their journalism at all levels. The candidate should have substantial experience in a senior editorial role and should have a strong interest in racial justice. The position is based in New York, NY. To learn more, refer to this page.
  • A full-time News Editor who will “help track news, spot trends, develop ideas and chart the most innovative approach to storytelling.” The selected candidate will “develop and support coverage of the national discourse on race and inequality at this historic moment.” The candidate should have demonstrable news editing experience and a strong interest in racial justice. The job is based in New York, NY. To learn more, refer to this page.

ONE is “a global movement campaigning to end extreme poverty and preventable disease by 2030, so that everyone, everywhere can lead a life of dignity and opportunity.” They are seeking a Content Editor who will support “the storytelling and editorial components of the enhanced ONE COVID-19 Africa Tracker, a tool providing the latest reliable data from global institutions, governments, and universities on the impact of COVID-19 on the African continent.” The candidate should have 2+ years’ digital content experience and should be fluent in English. Fluency in other languages (e.g. French and German) will be highly preferred. This is a full time, 12-month temporary job that is based in Washington, DC. Details here.

Canada’s National Observer is a digital publication that specializes in investigative reporting and daily news and analysis on energy, climate change, social issues, and politics. They are looking for an Afternoon News Editor who will cover editorial duties from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. The candidate should have at least 8 years’ journalism or media experience. The candidate can be located anywhere in Canada. This is a permanent, full-time position. There will be a 3 month probationary period. Learn more about this position here.

Deadline: September 1st, 2020

The Philadelphia Inquirer is a daily newspaper for Philadelphia. They are seeking a Newsletter Editor to join their audience development team. The selected candidate will “take on the primary writing role for The Inquirer’s flagship Morning Newsletter and assist in the editing, sending, strategy, and quality control of The Inquirer’s email newsletter portfolio.” The candidate should have 2 to 4 years’ journalism experience. The position is based in Philadelphia, PA. To learn more, visit this page.

The National Football League (NFL) is a professional American football league. They are looking for a Digital Content Editor who will be “responsible for selecting, prioritizing, editing and posting content of all types (text, video, photo, etc.) in a fast-paced, deadline environment, mindful of NFL Media editorial and stylistic standards.” They want someone with at least 3 years of editorial experience. The job is full-time and located in Culver City, CA. Details here and here.

The Washington Post is hiring for the position of Assignment Editor in Features. The successful candidate will join their Style team. The candidate should have “top-notch editing skills and experience working in a variety of story forms, including trend pieces, daily stories, profiles and narratives.” The job is full-time and based in Washington, DC. Details here and here.

Deadline: August 21st, 2020

NBC News is a source of global news and information. They are looking for a News Editor. The candidate should have 4+ years of experience “as an editor in a newsroom environment, with an emphasis on digital news.” The candidate should also have experience editing breaking news and features. The position is full-time and based in New York, NY. To learn more, refer to this page.

CBS Interactive is an online content network. They are hiring a Senior News Editor who will “work closely with reporters across the CBS News network to cover a range of issues, including politics, health, crime, culture and entertainment.” They want someone with 5+ years of experience in a digital newsroom. The job is full-time and located in New York, NY. Details here and here

 

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