Here’s our latest roundup of traditional jobs for writers, editors, journalists, and copywriters.
Salaries vary widely, from around $55,000 up to $230,000 a year.
A few of these are remote jobs.
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Thanks to Fatima Saif for compiling this list
New Engen is Seeking a Copywriter
New Engen, a digital marketing agency, is looking for a Copywriter for their in-house creative studio. The selected applicant will be responsible for writing “scroll-stopping copy across paid social, landing pages, email, video scripts, and more.” The applicant should have 2 to 6 years’ relevant experience. This temporary role is remote and pays $30 per hour. For more information, click here.
The Motley Fool is Hiring a Personal Finance Staff Writer
The Motley Fool is a financial and investing advice company. They’re looking for a Personal Finance Staff Writer to join their team at Fool.com/Money. The selected applicant will be responsible for writing engaging articles on a range of personal finance topics, such as credit cards, loans, banking, and budgeting. The role is full-time and remote (US). The annual pay range is $94,000 to $105,000. To learn more, click here.
Fast Company is Hiring for the Position of Senior Writer
Fast Company is a progressive business media brand that focuses on innovation in technology, design, leadership, and ethonomics (ethical economics). They’re looking for a Senior Writer to join their Technology team. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing and writing deeply reported features with exclusive information on the tech industry. The candidate should have 6+ years’ experience. This position will either be based in the San Francisco Bay Area or follow a hybrid schedule in the New York City office. The salary range is $88,500 to $110,000. For details, read this job description.
The Philadelphia Inquirer is Seeking a Reporter, Criminal Justice
The Philadelphia Inquirer is a daily newspaper for Philadelphia. They’re hiring for the position of Reporter, Criminal Justice. The successful applicant will “cover crime, law enforcement, and the criminal justice system in Philadelphia.” The job is full-time and based in Philadelphia, PA. To learn more, refer to this job description.
The San Francisco Chronicle is Hiring for the Position of City Hall Reporter
The San Francisco Chronicle is a newspaper and website that serves the San Francisco Bay Area of Northern California. They’re seeking a City Hall Reporter to “cover the high-visibility San Francisco City Hall beat during an exciting and crucial period, writing about Mayor Daniel Lurie, the Board of Supervisors and the city’s biggest political issues.” The reporter should have at least 2 years of experience. The job is full-time and located in San Francisco, CA (hybrid). The salary range is $75,000 to $95,000. For details, read this job description.
Wired is Hiring a Features Editor
Wired is a magazine and website that covers the current and future trends in technology. They’re seeking a Features Editor. The selected applicant will be responsible for “conceiving feature stories and evaluating feature pitches from freelance writers and staffers.” The applicant should have a minimum of 5 years of experience. The job is full-time and based in New York, NY. The base salary range is $102,000 to $133,000. For more information, refer to this post and this job description.
The New York Times is Seeking an Opinion Columnist Assistant
The New York Times is a newspaper and digital media company that helps people understand the world through deeply reported independent journalism. They’re looking for an Opinion Columnist Assistant to support Times columnists Bret Stephens and David French. They’re seeking someone with 1+ years of experience. The job is full-time and based in New York, NY (hybrid). The base pay range is $80,952.15 to $83,000. For details, click here.
Guardian US is Seeking a Reporter, Race & Equity
Guardian US is a website that covers American and international news. They’re hiring for the position of Reporter, Race & Equity. The selected reporter will “produce stories across a range of topics within the race and equity beat, including culture, the arts, health, education, social justice, LGBTQ+ issues, and politics.” The job is full-time and located in New York, NY (hybrid). The annual salary range is between $99,000 and $105,000. For details, read this job description.
CNET is Hiring an Editor-in-Chief
CNET is a website that provides the latest tech news, reviews, price comparisons, how-tos, and more. They’re looking for an Editor-in-Chief. The selected candidate will “develop and execute a comprehensive content strategy that positions CNET, over the course of the next 12 months, to lead public discourse on AI tools, consumer technology choices and the tech landscape writ large.” The candidate should have at least 7 to 10 years of experience. The job is full-time and remote, with a compensation range of $200,000 to $230,000. For details, refer to this job description.
The NHL is Hiring a Copy Editor
The National Hockey League (NHL) is looking for a Copy Editor. The selected applicant will be responsible for editing content for their website. The applicant should have at least 3 to 5 years’ editing experience. The job is full-time and located in New York, NY (hybrid). The schedule for this job is primarily 5 nights a week from 6 pm to 2 am. The salary range is between $60,000 and $65,000. For more information, read this job description.
The New York Post is Looking for Editors
The New York Post covers news, pop culture, entertainment, sports, real estate, and more. They’re looking for:
- A Copy Editor to join their Page Six/Lifestyle/Entertainment Copy Desk. The selected applicant will be responsible for copy editing stories (both short and feature-length). The applicant should have 2 to 5 years of experience. The role is full-time and based in the New York City Metropolitan Area (hybrid). The salary range is $62,400 to $75,000. To learn more, click here.
- A News Editor, California Post to lead their coverage of California. The applicant should have significant experience leading a successful news team in LA. The job is full-time and located in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. The salary range is between $150,000 and $200,000. For details, click here.
- A Deputy Business Editor to shape and execute their coverage of business, tech, and media. The candidate should have at least 7 years of experience. The position is full-time and located in the New York City Metropolitan Area (hybrid). The salary range is $135,000 to $155,000. To learn more, click here.
Jack is Hiring a Copywriter
Jack, a health marketing and communications company, is looking for a Copywriter. The selected applicant will be responsible for writing engaging, strategic copy for digital, print, social, and video channels. This job is full-time and remote. The salary range is $70,000 to $85,000. For more details, read this job description.
Roblox is Seeking a Senior Copywriter
Roblox, an online game platform, is looking for a Senior Copywriter. The selected candidate will help tell the story of their platform, their community, and creators. The candidate should have 5+ years' professional copywriting experience. The role is full-time and located in San Mateo, CA (hybrid). The salary range is between $143,840 and $167,780. For more information, refer to this job description.
Freelancing With Tim is Seeking an Assistant Editor/Writer
Freelancing With Tim is a newsletter for freelance journalists. They’re looking for a part-time, remote Assistant Editor/Writer for approximately 10 hours per month. The selected applicant will be responsible for editing two newsletters per week; helping brainstorm topics for stories, workshops, events, etc.; pitching and writing occasional newsletters; and more. Pay is $30 per hour. To learn more, refer to this post.
Grist is Seeking an Upper Great Lakes Reporter
Grist is a non-profit online publication that covers climate and sustainability. They’re seeking an Upper Great Lakes Reporter to cover “climate impacts, environmental health, and solutions to the climate crisis, primarily for a local and regional audience.” The reporter should have at least 2 years’ experience in digital or broadcast journalism. This year-long position is based in Interlochen, Michigan. The annual base pay range is $50,000 to $58,000. To learn more, refer to their post and job description.
Nature Portfolio is Looking for a Deputy Editor, Communications Health
Nature Portfolio is “a flagship portfolio of journals, products and services including Nature and the Nature-branded journals, dedicated to serving the scientific community.” They’re hiring for the position of Deputy Editor, Communications Health. The selected applicant will work with the Chief Editor to “define journal aims and scope, develop the website, plan outreach activities, and work with internal teams to set up the journal.” This full-time, hybrid job is based in New York, Jersey City, Shanghai or Beijing. The base salary range is $110,000 to $125,000. For details, refer to this job description.
Documented is Seeking a Latino Community Correspondent
Documented is New York City's go-to source for immigration news. They’re hiring for the position of Latino Community Correspondent, Engagement. The selected applicant will play a key role in strengthening their “connection with the Spanish-speaking communities in New York through in-person event participation, online engagement, and content creation.” The applicant should be fluent in Spanish and English. The job is full-time and located in New York, NY (hybrid), with a base salary of $80,000. For details, refer to this post and this job description.