14 Full Time Jobs for Writers

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

Companies in this list include Disney, Daily Kos, and The Washington Post.

For a list of freelance opportunities check out: 19 Calls for Pitches Directly from Editors

Thanks to Fatima Saif for compiling this list.

The Los Angeles Times is Seeking an Equity Initiative Reporter

The Los Angeles Times is a daily newspaper that covers news from Southern California and the world. They’re looking for an Equity Initiative Reporter to join their Metro section as they launch a new initiative exploring the California divide. The reporter should have at least 7 years’ journalism experience. The job is full-time and based in El Segundo, CA. Salary is $60,000 to $116,000. To learn more, refer to this page.

Walt Disney World Resort is Hiring a Copy Editor, Food and Beverage Menus

Walt Disney World Resort is looking for a Copy Editor, Food and Beverage Menus. The successful applicant will be responsible for “copy editing, proofreading, and upholding menu writing standards for Walt Disney World (WDW) food and beverage menus.” The applicant should have at least 2 years of copyediting/proofing/writing experience. The job is based in Lake Buena Vista, FL. For details, visit this page.

The WNYC/Gothamist Newsroom is Hiring a Reporter, Economic Instability, Poverty & Homelessness

The WNYC/Gothamist Newsroom is hiring for the position of Reporter, Economic Instability, Poverty & Homelessness. The selected applicant will cover some of the most pressing issues — economic instability, poverty, and homelessness. The applicant will conceive, source, and pitch stories in both text and audio formats. The applicant should have 5+ years of experience. Salary range is $84,413-$86,000. The job is full-time and located in New York, NY. To learn more, refer to this tweet and this page.

The Washington Post is Hiring an Opinions Social Media Editor

The Washington Post is a daily newspaper that covers politics, news, business, entertainment, and more. The Washington Post Opinions section is hiring a Social Media Editor. The selected candidate will help run their social media accounts and make their columns, editorials, and other content shine on social platforms. The editor should have 2+ years’ journalism experience. The job is full-time and located in Washington, DC. For more information, refer to this page.

Boston Globe Media is Hiring

Boston Globe Media is a newsgathering organization based in Boston. They’re seeking:

– A Climate Reporter (full-time) to cover the climate crisis. The reporter will produce high-impact stories for print and online publication. The reporter should have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a journalist. The role is based in Boston, MA. Details here.

– An Addiction Reporter (full-time) to “lead coverage of drug and alcohol addiction and misuse, problem gambling, and vaping and how these behaviors intersect with mental illness, soaring economic inequality, and homelessness in New England.” The reporter should have at least 5 years’ journalism experience. The job is located in Boston, MA. Learn more here.

– A Staff Writer, Nights (full-time) for Boston.com. The nighttime staff writer will report and write stories that serve the region. The writer should have 2 to 4 years of reporting and writing experience. The job is based in Boston, MA (hybrid). Learn more here

Laundry Service is Hiring a Copywriter

Laundry Service, a full-service marketing agency, is hiring a culture-obsessed Copywriter. The selected applicant will write and edit copy for social campaigns. The applicant should have experience of 4+ years in a similar social-focused position. The role is full-time and based in Brooklyn, NY. Base salary range is between $65,000 and $90,000. For details, refer to this page.

Daily Kos is Seeking a Copy Editor

Daily Kos is a liberal online political community and news organization. They’re seeking a Copy Editor to join their Content Division to copy edit and proofread staff stories. They’re looking for someone with 4+ years’ copy editing experience. The job is full-time and remote within the US. Salary is $60,000 to $68,000. Learn more here and here.

Investopedia is Hiring an Executive Editor of News

Investopedia is a financial education website. They’re hiring for the position of Executive Editor of News. The selected applicant will oversee and lead their news division. The applicant should have at least 10 years of experience (in a senior role) publishing financial markets news. The job is full-time and located in New York, NY. Compensation is $180,000 to $225,000. Learn more here and here.

Jostens is Seeking a Copywriter

Jostens is a manufacturer of memorabilia. They’re looking for a Copywriter to write, proofread, and edit copy for a range of marketing materials. The applicant should have 3 to 5 years of experience. The job is full-time and located in Minneapolis, MN (they provide hybrid work options). For more information, refer to this page.

The New York Post is Hiring

The New York Post covers news, pop culture, entertainment, sports, real estate, and more. They’re looking for:

– A Morning Assignment Editor (Monday to Friday, 7 am to 3 pm) to lead their breaking news coverage. The selected candidate will be responsible for vetting, assigning, and editing news. The candidate should have a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience. The job is full-time and located in New York, NY (hybrid). Salary range is $31,200 to $125,000. Learn more here and here.

– A Commerce Writer/Editor to create excellent service-first revenue-driven content. The candidate should have 2+ years’ SEO-focused commerce writing and/or editing experience. The role is full-time and based in New York, NY (hybrid). Salary range is between $31,200 and $125,000. Details here and here.

Honolulu Civil Beat is Hiring a General Assignment Reporter

Honolulu Civil Beat is a public affairs and investigative news website. They’re looking for a General Assignment Reporter with “a proven record of success on investigative projects and shorter watchdog enterprise coverage.” The reporter should have at least 7 years of experience. Data journalism skills as well as knowledge of Hawaii is a plus. The job is based in Honolulu, HI. Salary range is $75,000 to $95,000. Details here.

American Theatre is Hiring a Managing Editor

American Theatre is “the national magazine for the American professional not-for-profit theatre.” They’re looking for a full-time Managing Editor to help with the relaunch of their print edition and also to help oversee their website and other media efforts. The editor should have 3 to 5 years of experience. Salary range is between $70,000 and $75,000. They will consider remote applicants. To learn more, refer to their tweet and this page.

Deadline: June 23rd, 2023

 

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