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US Features Writer Job at Dmgmedia in New York

US Features Writer Job at Dmgmedia in New York

MediabistroNew York, NY, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

DailyMail.com is seeking an experienced writers to join the growing features desk in our New York City office. These are in-office positions and a 9-hour shift. Applicants must be willing to work flexible hours.

Main Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to :

  • Speedily writing 1000 – 1400-word articles (Subject matter will span show business, celebrity, crime, health, politics and other news-driver topics)
  • Regularly pitching exposés, interviews and traditional feature ideas
  • Working with photo editors to compose images to illustrate articles
  • Building articles in a content management system

Person Specification

We are seeking professionals with the following experience :

  • At least 3-5 years working as a feature writer at a newspaper, news website, magazine or television news show
  • Knowledge of the DailyMail.com brand, editorial voice and audience
  • An understanding of what sorts of stories work to attract, retain and delight subscribers
  • Ability to restructure opinion articles is a plus
  • Specific experience covering crime, celebrity, showbiz and / or politics is a plus
  • Knowledge of online research tools
  • DOE Benefits : Healthcare, dental, optical, life insurance and 401K PTO : Standard allowance is 15 days plus one day per every year of service capped at 20 days. Public holidays are not included in this allowance. They are in addition.

    Please send a short cover letter explaining why you believe you’d be successful in this role and three published pieces that demonstrate your range as a feature writer.

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