17 Full Time & Remote Jobs for Writers, Editors, and Journalists

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

Salaries vary widely, from around $55,000 up to $215,000 a year.

A few of these are remote jobs.

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Thanks to Fatima Saif for compiling this list

The Washington Post is Seeking a Deputy Editor, WP Intelligence

The Washington Post is a daily newspaper that covers politics, news, business, entertainment, and more. They’re hiring for the position of Deputy Editor, WP Intelligence. The selected applicant will “support the Editor, WP Intelligence, in building and managing a team of researchers and analysts who deliver high-impact content for C-suite audiences, public sector leaders, and decision-makers.” The applicant should have 7 to 10+ years’ experience. The job is full-time and located in Washington, D.C. The salary range is $154,000 to $256,600. To learn more, refer to this page.

Bloomberg is Hiring a Breaking News Editor

Bloomberg is looking for a Breaking News Editor - New York. The selected candidate will be “at the heart of Bloomberg’s real-time coverage, scanning a constant flow of corporate news to identify what matters most.” This role is full-time and located in New York, NY. The salary range is $90,000 to $125,000. To learn more, refer to this job description.

The Wall Street Journal is Seeking a Politics Reporter

The Wall Street Journal provides coverage of news, business, politics, technology, real estate, arts, culture, and more from the US and around the world. They’re looking for a Reporter to cover American politics. The reporter should have at least 5 years of experience. The job is full-time and based in Washington, DC. The pay range is between $145,000 and $185,000. To learn more, click here.

The US Daily Mail is Hiring a Science Reporter

The US Daily Mail is seeking a Science Reporter to join their newsroom. The candidate should have broad and up-to-date knowledge across scientific fields. The candidate should also have at least 3 to 5 years of experience as a science writer. The job is full-time and based in New York, NY. The salary range is $75,000 to $85,000. For details, refer to this job description.

The University of Chicago is Seeking a Senior Writer

The University of Chicago is looking for a Senior Writer. The selected applicant will serve as “a lead writer and editor for high-impact admissions materials.” The applicant should have 2 to 5 years of experience. The role is full-time and located in Chicago, IL (hybrid). The pay range is $63,750 to $82,500. For details, refer to this job description.

Paramount Pictures is Hiring for the Position of Associate Proofreader

Paramount Pictures is looking for an Associate Proofreader. The successful applicant will review and catch inconsistencies across a range of digital and printed materials. The applicant should have 1 to 2+ years of relevant experience. The job is full-time and based in Los Angeles, CA. The hiring salary range is $55,000 to $65,000. For more information, refer to this page.

The New York Post is Hiring a Copy Editor

The New York Post covers news, pop culture, entertainment, sports, real estate, and more. They’re seeking a Copy Editor (weekends required) to join their print team. The selected candidate will be responsible for writing engaging and attention-grabbing headlines, crafting sharp and creative captions, and editing and proofreading articles, features, and columns. The candidate should have at least 5 years of experience. The job is full-time and based in the New York City Metropolitan Area. The salary range is $68,000 to $80,000. To learn more, read this job description.

Wired is Hiring Senior Writers

Wired is a magazine and website that covers the current and future trends in technology. They’re looking for:

- A Senior Writer for their Culture desk. The selected applicant will “cover the creators and communities that shape the internet every day.” The applicant should have a minimum of 5 years of experience. The job is full-time and based in New York or San Francisco (hybrid). The expected base salary is $95,000 to $120,000. To learn more, click here.

- A Senior Writer, Investigations to “break impactful stories in the worlds of technology, cybersecurity, science, and beyond.” The selected applicant should have at least 4 years of experience as a journalist with a track record of investigative data or OSINT reporting. The role is full-time and based in New York or San Francisco. The expected base salary range is $95,000 to $129,000. For details, click here.

Sonos is Looking for an Associate Copywriter

Sonos, a sound experience company, is hiring an Associate Copywriter. The selected applicant will help bring the Sonos brand voice to life. The applicant should have 2+ years’ copywriting experience. The job is full-time and remote. The salary range is $72,000 to $89,500. To learn more, refer to this job description.

Physics Today is Seeking a Senior Editor

Physics Today, the world’s most popular physics magazine, is looking for a Senior Editor. The successful applicant will be responsible for leading Physics Today’s reporting on research news. The applicant should have at least 8 years’ science writing and editing experience, ideally at a scientific magazine. The role is full-time and located in College Park, MD (hybrid). The compensation range is $99,368 to 109,305. Details here and here.

Microsoft is Hiring for the Position of Social Copywriter – Global Marketing Engines & Experiences

Microsoft is hiring a Social Copywriter – Global Marketing Engines & Experiences. The selected candidate will be responsible for leading copy development across integrated marketing campaigns. The job is full-time and based in Redmond, WA (hybrid). The base pay range is between $100,600 and $215,400. To learn more, read this job description.

TLDR is Hiring a Conversion Copywriter

TLDR is the world’s largest network of tech newsletters. They’re looking for a Conversion Copywriter. The selected applicant will be responsible for writing persuasive, high-converting ad copy for their sponsors. The role is full-time and remote. The compensation range is $95,000 to $110,000. For details, refer to this job description.

Semafor is Looking for a Deputy Editor-in-Chief

Semafor, a global news platform, is seeking a Deputy Editor-in-Chief. The selected applicant will drive daily coverage, elevate their journalism, and help knit together their global reporting network. The applicant should have 10+ years of experience. The job is full-time and can be based out of their New York City or Washington, D.C. offices. The base salary range is $175,000 to $200,000. For details, refer to this job description.

The New Yorker is Seeking a Fact Checker

The New Yorker is a weekly print magazine and website that features political and cultural commentary, poetry, fiction, satire, and cartoons. They’re hiring for the position of Fact Checker. The applicant should have “a strong understanding of ethical reporting standards and practices.” The applicant should also have “a generalist’s interest in world and national affairs and a scholar’s aptitude for precision.” Fluency in Arabic and/or Mandarin is preferred. The job is full-time and based in New York, NY. The base salary range is $75,225 to $77,000. To learn more, refer to this page.

The Los Angeles Times is Hiring a Weekend Editor

The Los Angeles Times is a daily newspaper that covers news from Southern California and the world. They’re looking for a Weekend Editor. The selected applicant will “oversee digital and print news operations on Saturday and Sunday, while taking on additional editing duties on weekdays.” The applicant should have at least 5 years’ editing experience. The job is full-time and based in El Segundo, CA (hybrid). The salary range is $94,328 to $126,069. To learn more, click here.

Healio is Hiring a Copy Editor

Healio is “a medical media company and a leading, trusted omnichannel information platform for physicians and healthcare professionals.” They’re looking for a Copy Editor to join the Healio News Group and help deliver high-quality news content to their physician audience. The editor should have 3 to 5 years of experience. The job is full-time and based in Thorofare, NJ (hybrid). The base salary range is between $50,000 and $60,000. For details, read this job description.

New York Focus is Hiring a Politics Reporter

New York Focus is a nonprofit investigative newsroom covering New York’s state and local politics. They’re looking for a Politics Reporter to help lead their coverage of New York state politics. The job is full-time and based in Albany (hybrid). The salary range is $76,000 to $90,000. To learn more, refer to this job description.

 

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